The Australian nonprofit sector faces mounting challenges in 2026. Escalating financial constraints from inflation and donor fatigue, workforce burnout amid volunteer declines, surging service demands from climate events and economic hardship, plus governance gaps and digital lags, are pressuring third sector teams to become more resilient. A 2025 ACNC Report reveals unprecedented pressures making it […]
Join friends and colleagues at the 9th National Child Protection Forum as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, governments and communities come together to share community-led solutions that strengthen families, uphold cultural authority, and create child protection systems that keep children safe, connected and thriving within their families, communities and cultures. Held in Meanjin (Brisbane) […]
Redesigning justice systems to deliver real outcomes, reduce reoffending and improve lives The 5th National Justice Forum brings together leaders from across justice, government, community, legal and frontline services to confront a critical reality, the current system is not delivering better outcomes. Despite increased investment and reform efforts, recidivism remains high and First Nations people continue to […]
From Insight to Impact: Cultivating the Future of Neurodivergent Wellbeing After a powerful and inspiring first year, the Neurodivergence Wellbeing Conference returns in 2026. Building on the success of NWC25, this second annual event will continue to elevate neurodivergent voices, bridge research and lived experience, and explore what genuine inclusion looks like across systems, services, […]
Equitable and inclusive outcomes are achieved through understanding and responding to the unique strengths, challenges, and aspirations of diverse communities. This year’s theme recognises place-based, community-driven approaches and solutions to address overrepresentation and diversity in metropolitan, regional, and remote contexts that genuinely reflect lived experiences. This Conference will provide a platform to share what better […]
