Best Australian Charities And Not For Profit Commission Podcasts (2024)

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Charities and cyber security 24:35

5M ago24:35

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In this episode of Charity Chat, Jacqui Barr, the Assistant Director-General Technical Threats and Visibility at the Australian Cyber Security Centre, joined us to discuss the importance of cyber security. She outlined the simple measures charities of all sizes could set in place to ensure adequate cyber security and minimise the chances of becomin…

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Charities, Advocacy and the Voice Referendum 14:57

1+ y ago14:57

14:57

In this episode of Charity Chat, ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM joined us to discuss all things advocacy. The discussion specifically covers the upcoming Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum and what charities should be aware of before advocating for or against the referendum.By Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Insights from the new Commissioner Sue Woodward AM 18:23

1+ y ago18:23

18:23

In this episode the new ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM tells us about her remarkable career and contribution to the charity and not-for-profit sector. She outlines the instrumental role she played in the formation of the ACNC and her vision going forward.By Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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10 years of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission 17:18

2y ago17:18

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By Philanthropy Australia

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How philanthropy is helping to tackle educational disadvantage 20:27

2y ago20:27

20:27

It’s been 11 years now since a landmark review of the Australian education system was chaired by one of the nation’s best-regarded businessman and Philanthropy Australia Life Member David Gonski AC. The report identified several highly concerning trends in the educational outcomes of Australian students. One review recommendation stands out and mor…

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For the Love of Humanity: People, Place and Planet 31:46

2y ago31:46

31:46

In this special national conference podcast, we hear from our three Keynote Listeners – Naomi Anstess, Arminé Nalbandian and Niall Fay – about some of the key moments, insights and observations they gleaned this week. It’s a powerful finale that offers stimulating reflections on our conference theme – For the Love of Humanity: People, Place and Pla…

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Health justice partnerships and strategic philanthropy 23:24

2y ago23:24

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In this Philanthropy Australia podcast we hear how this innovative piece of strategic philanthropy has helped to build a "quiet revolution'' that is helping to embed access to justice, and providing clients with a pathway through the complex web of health and legal issues.By Philanthropy Australia

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Making sense of the complex act of giving 36:17

2+ y ago36:17

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Many Australians give what they can, when they can. But what looks like a straightforward act of generosity is often driven by deeper motives. In the first episode of Philanthropy Australia's Podcast Season Three, we talk to Dr Cassandra Chapman, an expert on the psychology of giving, about what drives us to give.…

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Recognising the importance of volunteers 25:55

2+ y ago25:55

25:55

This episode of Charity Chat is in two parts: a discussion with CEO of Volunteering Australia, Mark Pearce, about the important role that volunteers play in our communities and then a discussion with ACNC Commissioner Dr Gary Johns about how the Charity Register can help facilitate connections between volunteers and charities. Visit Volunteering Au…

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Unique calendar at heart of preserving local knowledge in Arnhem Land 20:13

2+ y ago20:13

20:13

A holistic and collaborative approach to land management in parts of Arnhem Land has had a remarkable outcome for local First Nations communities - the creation of a bi-cultural school model that helps ensure local knowledge and language is preserved. In this podcast, the Karrkad Kanjdji Trust and Dusseldoro Forum talk about their role in working w…

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The benefits of the enhanced Charity Register 14:43

2+ y ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, ACNC Commissioner Dr Gary Johns, joined us to speak about the improvements to the Charity Register. We spoke about the benefits the enhanced Charity Register will bring to the charity sector and beyond. Explore the enhanced Charity Register now.By Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Inside the new resource to support giving 39:30

2+ y ago39:30

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It’s a ‘desk companion’. It could work like ‘a cookbook’ – pick what you need. Or a resource to dip into: it’s Australia’s first philanthropy toolkit to help individuals, families, and advisers across their philanthropic journey. Perpetual Private launched the Australian Philanthropy Toolkit as part of its ongoing partnership with the Stanford Cent…

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Building rural and regional communities for the long haul 14:25

2+ y ago14:25

14:25

How do you support not-for-profit organisations in our regional areas to build their capacity and enable them to become more robust and durable? The answer may be in a program rolled out by the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal in Partnership with the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation – it’s called Investing in Rural Community Futures Program…

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Exploring innovation with Red Cross Australia 20:10

3y ago20:10

20:10

In this episode of Charity Chat, Amanda Robinson, Head of Social Innovation at Red Cross Australia, joined us to talk about innovation in the charity sector. We spoke about the work of the Red Cross's Humanitech project, how trying to solve problems can lead to innovation, and the importance of collaborating to innovate and solve problems. Make sur…

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Passion and priorities: New Gen focuses on the future 33:41

3y ago33:41

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Philanthropy Australia's New Gen network is all about compelling ideas, fresh energy and unique collaboration. We talk to New Gen's new Co-Chairs Bella Wiggs and Martin Green in this Philanthropy Australia podcast and hear about their goals and ambitions to engage their peers in driving social change.…

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Exploring data’s role in shaping post-pandemic giving 25:45

3y ago25:45

25:45

During the past 18 months, we have been able to access a combination of new and established data to give us a clearer picture about how philanthropy and the for-purpose sector has coped with the bushfire and COVID crisis. But what does this data tell us about the challenges the sector faces? What does it say about how we can plot our way forward? A…

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Homelessness: the problem that can be solved 27:29

3y ago27:29

27:29

Homelessness has often been treated as a problem that cannot be solved. But what if there are ways to make a difference, by taking a more strategic approach? Listen to Kenneth Myer Innovation Fellow, David Pearson, outline a way forward that offers an end to homelessness. Join David, Philanthropy Australia and Sidney Myer Fund & The Myer Foundation…

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Action on Poverty 18:58

3+ y ago18:58

18:58

A flash of inspiration, some private philanthropy and deep community engagement has helped transform a Vietnamese village. Listen to the story of how co-operation between a man known as Dr Vance and Action on Poverty has developed a model of community-based tourism that is spreading across Vietnam and potentially, the region.…

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'A tale of growth!': Australian Charities Report and the state of the charity sector 18:06

3+ y ago18:06

18:06

ACNC Commissioner Gary Johns speaks about the latest edition of the Charities Report and what it says about the state of the charity sector. He speaks about the growth of the charity sector, the state of charities before the pandemic hit and how information and data can be better used to help charities and their work. Read the latest edition of the…

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The new ethical tests for our leaders 40:08

3+ y ago40:08

40:08

What does ethical leadership look like in the time of COVID-19? How do leaders respond to the challenge of rallying staff around a common goal during a global pandemic? In our podcast this week, we talk to moral philosopher and ethicist Dr Matt Beard, the new Program Director of the Vincent Fairfax Fellowship at the Cranlana Centre for Ethical Lead…

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 6 20:56

3+ y ago20:56

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In our final episode of the Giving Connect podcast, our special guest is Seri Renkin OAM, independent advisor and consultant to the philanthropic sector. Each week, under the guidance of host, Ben Clark, Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET, the podcast explores ‘critical themes’ that facilitate meaningful and impactful partnerships an…

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 5 18:16

3+ y ago18:16

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In the latest episode of Philanthropy Australia’s Giving Connect podcast, Suzanne Walsh, President of Bennett College in the USA, reflects on philanthropy’s power to provide coveted information, not just money, to support organisations and causes. Each week, under the guidance of host, Ben Clark, Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET, t…

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Systems Change Podcast - Embracing science in a pandemic 28:18

3+ y ago28:18

28:18

In the early stages of the pandemic, the Government trusted science and the experts to guide its response. In this week’s special systems change podcast we talk to those experts who helped drive that engagement and along the way, may have helped shape a new kind of relationship between science and government policy.…

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 4 16:56

3+ y ago16:56

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In the fourth episode of Philanthropy Australia’s Giving Connect podcast, our special guest is Strategic Grants' Jo Garner. Listen to Jo discuss with host, Ben Clark, Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET, about the need for clearer communication between grantmakers and grantseekers.By Philanthropy Australia

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 3 23:57

3+ y ago23:57

23:57

In our third episode of Philanthropy Australia’s Giving Connect podcast, our special guest is Wendy Lewis, Executive Office at Collier Charitable Fund. Each week, under the guidance of host, Ben Clark, Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET, the podcast explores ‘critical themes’ that facilitate meaningful and impactful partnerships and …

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 2 17:23

3+ y ago17:23

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In the second episode of Philanthropy Australia’s Giving Connect podcast, our special guest is Mutual Trust’s Foundation Manager Rachel English. Each week, under the guidance of host, Ben Clark, Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET, the podcast explores ‘critical themes’ that facilitate meaningful and impactful partnerships and discuss…

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Giving Connect Podcast: Episode 1 21:26

3+ y ago21:26

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This March we launch Giving Connect, a six-part series exploring critical themes’ that facilitate meaningful and impactful partnerships. Each episode is hosted by Ben Clark – Head of Philanthropy and Social Investment at AET – who will discuss the mechanics and theory of great grant making. His first guest is Kids Plus Foundation CEO Shaun Cannon.…

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How technology helps us understand dementia 24:04

3+ y ago24:04

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With the Aged Care Royal Commission due to deliver it final report, our podcast takes a “virtual’’ look at the power of innovative technology to transform the care and support of Australians living with dementia.By Philanthropy Australia

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Impact Investing- The Big Question 38:35

3+ y ago38:35

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When we talk about Impact investing, what are the key questions to ask? On this episode of the Philanthropy Australia podcast, we talk to Dr Erin Kuo, Chief Impact Officer at the Impact Investment Group, about the big issues in the sector.By Philanthropy Australia

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Connecting communities - Delivering to those in need 32:18

4y ago32:18

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Hundreds of rural and regional communities across Australia felt the impact of the pandemic this year. Few though could call on their local community foundations to provide the kind of support that helped Shepparton weather the grim consequences of COVID-19. In in our final podcast for 2020, we hear how the Greater Shepparton Foundation and the Fai…

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Charities finding donors, donors finding charities 21:37

4y ago21:37

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acnc.gov.auBy Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Charities dealing with financial difficulties (Part 2) 24:18

4y ago24:18

24:18

ACNC resources Philanthropy Australia KordaMenthaBy Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Charities dealing with financial difficulties (Part 1) 26:47

4y ago26:47

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ACNC resources Philanthropy Australia KordaMenthaBy Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Women helping change the Victorian justice system 23:40

4y ago23:40

23:40

They come from different backgrounds and are at different stages of their lives. But they agree that they share the same story – it is one of trauma that led to their exposure to the criminal justice system. Now, thanks to a new program, they are telling a different tale, based on friendship and hope. The story of the women who are part of the Wome…

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Part 2: Options in uncertain times 23:25

4y ago23:25

23:25

Welcome to our podcast with the Australian Charities and Not for profits Commission (ACNC), investment and advisory firm KordaMentha and Philanthropy Australia. In this two-part podcast we explore some of the issues around financial viability and solvency that are currently so challenging for many organisations in the charity and not-for-profit sec…

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Part 1: Covid-19- Hope is (unfortunately) not a strategy 26:00

4y ago26:00

26:00

Welcome to our podcast with the Australian Charities and Not for profits Commission (ACNC), investment and advisory firm KordaMentha and Philanthropy Australia. In this two-part podcast we explore some of the issues around financial viability and solvency that are currently so challenging for many organisations in the charity and not-for-profit sec…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: How our Regions are Confronting the Mental Health Challenge 41:56

4y ago41:56

41:56

In this episode, Nick Richardson catches up with Natalie Egleton, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) to discuss the issues of mental health in our regions and remote towns; Jennie Keioskie, Rural Adversity Mental Health Co-ordinator, talking about Fling Physical Theatre in Bega, Pambula Eden and Bermagui…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: When digital solutions help make justice more accessible (Part 1) 23:54

4+ y ago23:54

23:54

In this two-part episode, Nick Richardson catches up with Kate Fazio, Head of Innovation and Engagement at Justice Connect to discuss how those seeking legal help in a digital world find it. Kate shares stories about some of the digital solutions she has been involved in that led her to being recognised as Telstra’s 2020 Businesswoman of the Year i…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: When digital solutions help make justice more accessible (Part 2) 13:57

4+ y ago13:57

13:57

In this two-part episode, Nick Richardson catches up with Kate Fazio, Head of Innovation and Engagement at Justice Connect to discuss how those seeking legal help in a digital world find it. Kate shares stories about some of the digital solutions she has been involved in that led her to being recognised as Telstra’s 2020 Businesswoman of the Year i…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: Workplace Environments in COVID-19 32:42

4+ y ago32:42

32:42

In this episode, Nick Richardson catches up with National Breast Cancer Foundation CEO and the For Purpose and Social Enterprise winner in the 2020 Telstra NSW Businesswoman awards Professor Sarah Hoskin to reflect on how organisations are coping with the practical changes that the COVID crisis has imposed on their offices and staff, as they discus…

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The state of Australia's charities: findings from the latest Charities Report 21:14

4+ y ago21:14

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You can explore all the data used for the Charities Report in the interactive dataset available on the ACNC website at acnc.gov.au/charitydata.By Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Good governance through change - Free 3D Hands meeting the challenges of COVID-19 23:21

4+ y ago23:21

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For more about Free 3D Hands work producing protective equipment during COVID-19: free3dhands.org/face-shields-covid-19/ For more about Free 3D Hands: free3dhands.org/ For governance resources to help your charity: acnc.gov.au/governance acnc.gov.auBy Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: Food Security for Farmers 31:58

4+ y ago31:58

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In this episode, Nick Richardson catches up with Verity Morgan-Schmidt, Policy and Partnerships Director at Farmers for Climate Action, and Professor Timothy Reeves, professor in residence at Melbourne University’s Dookie Campus, to discuss how our farmers are dealing with the challenges of a changing climate in the battle for a sustainable future,…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra goes to Stanford 26:22

4+ y ago26:22

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In this episode, Nick Richardson catches up with Sophie Galaise, Managing Director, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, to discuss her experience on the Perpetual Stanford CEO Study Tour, held in the US last September, and her approach to philanthropy and the arts.By Philanthropy Australia

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: Psychedelic therapies for mental illness (part 2) 21:00

4+ y ago21:00

21:00

Listen to Peter Hunt and Tania de Jong discuss Mind Medicine Australia (MMA) and the possibilities of psychedelic medicine treatments for mental illness in this two-part episode of the Philanthropy Australia podcast. In part two, Tania joins Peter and Nick (Richardson) to explore these treatments in greater detail, while discussing the system chang…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: Psychedelic therapies for mental illness (part 1) 25:20

4+ y ago25:20

25:20

Listen to Peter Hunt and Tania de Jong discuss Mind Medicine Australia (MMA) and the possibilities of psychedelic medicine treatments for mental illness in this two-part episode of the Philanthropy Australia podcast. In part one, Peter Hunt shares the groundbreaking work that MMA is championing with Philanthropy Australia's Nick Richardson.…

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Philanthropy Australia Podcast: 'Disaster Giving' with Michael Liffman 12:46

4+ y ago12:46

12:46

In this episode, Dr Michael Liffman and Nick Richardson discuss the role of charities in the face of the remarkable generosity triggered by disasters in Australia. They explore whether there is an adequate understanding of the role that charities play during a disaster, how funding distribution capabilities are stretched during times of unprecedent…