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$50 million in Grant Funding for Empowering YOUth Initiatives

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 17th November 2015 -  The Australian Government is now seeking applications for grant funding under the new Empowering YOUth Initiatives worth $50 million in direct funding over four years.

Australian Muslims Condemn Paris Attacks

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 17th November 2015 -  The peak body for Australian Muslims has condemned the Paris terrorist attacks describing them as “heinous” acts of violence.

Collaborative Working Spaces

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 17th November 2015 -  Shared workspaces is a concept that is really gathering momentum via Beyond Bank Australia’s pilot program of “Business Hubs” and is proving successful with the bank’s community partners, writes Peter Rutter, General Manager Community Development.

‘Generous’ Youth Payments Pass Parliament

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 17th November 2015 -  A Turnbull Government plan to remove youth welfare testing for families has received the backing of The Greens.

Toolkit for Frontline Workers to Tackle Domestic Violence

Staff Reporter, Monday, 16th November 2015 -  The Turnbull Government has launched an online toolkit for frontline workers to help them better recognise the signs of sexual assault, domestic violence and enable them to respond well.

A New Beginning

Changemaker

Staff Reporter, Monday, 16th November 2015 -  Despite a life working in the Not for Profit sector and helping children in need, Jayne Meyer Tucker considers stepping down as CEO as one of the most important things she has done. She spoke to Xavier Smerdon.

Australia’s Social Pulse 2015

Staff Reporter, Thursday, 12th November 2015 -  A new project by the Centre for Social Impact is about to change the way Australia tracks its social progress.

Politicians Divided on Charity Mergers

Staff Reporter, Wednesday, 11th November 2015 -  Australia’s federal politicians have mixed views on the call for charities to merge or close.

Importance of Formal & Informal Volunteer Skills – Report

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  Volunteers play an important role across society, yet their contribution to the vitality of businesses and communities is often unrecognised and undervalued, according to new Australian research.

Challenges Grow in School to Work Transition – NFP Report

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Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  Young Australians are finding it harder to make the transition from school into full time work, according to new data released by the Foundation for Young Australians.

Federation Reform that Delivers for the Community

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  Federation reform is back on the agenda and a hot topic of conversation in the community sector, according to national welfare peak body, the Australian Council of Social Service.

NFP Assistance in a Changing Landscape

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  One thing is certain, change is the new norm, for example, change in technology, community attitudes, change in competition, change in legislation and Not for Profits will need specialist assistance to remain employers of choice.
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