The full program for the Australian Society of Association Executives' 2009 National Third Sector Leaders Symposium is now available.
'Merger' is often considered a dirty word in the not-for-profit sector, but as Claire Russell explains, mergers are likely to be an essential element in the establishment of a stronger third sector.
In an extract from the final chapter of his book Managing Without Profit: Leadership, management and governance of third-sector organisations in Australia, Mike Hudson provides a window to the future of the sector.
Following a merger in 2003, one of Australia's largest and most successful credit unions, mecu, seized the opportunity to reinvent itself. Drawing on its heritage as a socially responsible co-operative, it put the community and ...
Peak philanthropic body is hopeful that tax law reforms passed through Senate will ensure "a healthy, vibrant culture of giving in Australia will continue well into the future."
Social Ventures Australia, GippsTAFE and Matrix on Board have launched a new online Financial Management training course for community leaders.
Dr Robert Fitzgerald, Commissioner of the Australian Productivity Commission, which is assessing the contributions of the not-for-profit sector, heads a stellar line-up at the Australian Society of Association Executives' 2009 National Third Sector Leaders Symposium.
Australian associations can gain some useful insights into making their presence known by looking at overseas examples.
The Community Housing Federation of Australia, Australian Council of Social Services and National Shelter are united in their disappointment that the government has cut $750 million from the stimulus budget for social housing.
Organisations and individuals from across the not-for-profit sector were recognised as civic leaders at the 2009 Melbourne Awards.
Third Sector acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.