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Luke Michael is a journalist at Pro Bono News covering the social sector.

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Guide Dogs Victoria Embraces Digital Innovation

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 14th June 2018 -  People with low vision or blindness could soon be able to cross the road at complex intersections without the assistance of a Guide Dog, thanks to a partnership between Guide Dogs Victoria and a global software consultancy.

The Need for Leadership to Address White Supremacy in the NGO Sector

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 14th June 2018 -  Charities and not for profits need to show leadership to address the issue of white supremacy in the NGO sector, a prominent Aboriginal writer and activist believes.

Why the Social Sector Should Tap into People’s ‘Enormous Capacity for Empathy’

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 14th June 2018 -  The social sector should tap into people’s “enormous capacity for empathy” when looking to build an effective campaign, according to one of the key figures behind Australia’s successful marriage equality campaign.

Charities Urged to Engage With Digital Technology

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Luke Michael, Wednesday, 13th June 2018 -  Charities and not for profits need to engage with digital technology or “be left behind” according to Vision Australia, which has recently received more than $4 million to support a digital transformation initiative.

Welfare Advocates Push Back Against ‘Divisive’ Migrants Bill

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Luke Michael, Tuesday, 12th June 2018 -  An alliance of more than 30 peak bodies and welfare groups have called on the Senate to reject legislation which would force new migrants to wait four years to access various social security payments.

‘Critical Gap’ for Young People With Disability In Nursing Homes Under NDIS

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Luke Michael, Tuesday, 12th June 2018 -  A lack of clarity around who qualifies for the National Disability Insurance Scheme is causing young people in nursing homes to fall through a “critical gap” between the health and disability sectors, according to a new report card.

Providing Housing for Women and Children Escaping Domestic Violence

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Luke Michael, Monday, 11th June 2018 -  Janelle Goulding is the CEO of Address Housing, a specialist housing provider for women and children affected by domestic violence. She is this week’s Changemaker.

HESTA Commits $40 Million to Australia’s Impact Investment Market

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Luke Michael, Friday, 8th June 2018 -  A leading industry superannuation fund for the health and community services sector has committed $40 million to grow Australia’s impact investment market.

Senate Committee Says Further Regulatory Burden on Charities Unnecessary

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 7th June 2018 -  A Senate committee report into the political influence of donations has stated there is “no justification” for imposing a further regulatory burden on charities, but Coalition Senators have expressed concerns that “politically-active charities” are seeking to influence elections.

More than 80,000 Victorians on Social Housing Waiting List

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Luke Michael, Wednesday, 6th June 2018 -  A parliamentary inquiry has revealed that more than 80,000 Victorians are on the social housing waiting list, with debate raging over the best way to alleviate the crisis.

Community Support Renews Pressure on Major Parties to Raise Newstart

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Luke Michael, Wednesday, 6th June 2018 -  New polling has suggested more than two-thirds of Australians support raising Newstart, with community groups and political advocates putting pressure on the major parties to support lifting the payment.

Promoting Sport as a Philanthropic Cause in Australia

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Luke Michael, Wednesday, 6th June 2018 -  Sport needs to present itself as a philanthropic cause and communicate its importance to a healthy society, according to the Australian Sports Foundation, which has recently set up a charity to access greater funding to promote social inclusion through sport.
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