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Australia’s social cohesion remains strong, but challenges persist

A new report offers hope and warning for Australia’s social cohesion. While inclusivity is on the rise other challenges persist.

$20,000 grants offered for grass root organisations

New grant opportunities are available for grassroots organisations. Australian Ethical has opened its Community Grants program for 2019 and is

Opinion: What is the one thing you would tell the would-be Prime Minister?

Homelessness has reached crisis point in Australia. One in 200 people experience homelessness. In the lead up to the federal

ACOSS launches tax policy to underpin strong future for services

The Australian Council of Social Service today launched its tax reform election policy, calling for serious tax reform, starting with

Labor outlines living wage law change

A Labor government would change workplace laws to ensure the minimum wage for Australia’s low-paid workers is a “living wage”.

Louise Sylvan joins TACSI

Highly-experienced director Louise Sylvan has been appointed to the Board of The Australian Centre for Social Innovation (TACSI). Sylvan is

ACOSS: “Not the time for more tax cuts”

Unlike tax cuts, raising Newstart and the minimum wage will effectively reduce poverty and boost the economy, argues The Australian

Westpac Scholars Trust reveals 2019 social change fellows

The Westpac Scholars Trust has recognised 10 outstanding social innovators, awarding each with fellowships valued up to $50,000 to invest

Social enterprise Thankyou pulls out of food category

Business focuses on main goal of helping those in need.

How social enterprises are building a more inclusive Australian economy

There are challenges that are mainly financial.

Social impact investment could be lifeline

New report from the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute.

Report: Social Impact Investing for Housing & Homeless

Cross-sectoral collaboration that can untap new sources of capital.

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