Monday, 6 February 2012
Fair Dealing of Indigenous Art Forum

Organisation: The Trust Company and Ron Merkel QC
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Boardroom, The Trust Company; Level 3, 530 Collins Street, Melbourne

Speakers: Ron Merkel QC, Billy Missi (Artist), John Oster (CEO Indigenous Art Code), Vivien Anderson (Art dealer) and Stephen Arnott (Asst. Secretary, Dept Prime Minister & Cabinet).

Join us for a discussion about the issues facing Australian Indigenous artists and the arts community in ensuring that there is fair dealing in Indigenous art. Rod Merkel QC will lead the discussion with a presentation. Other speakers will include Billy Missi (Artist), John Oster (CEO Indigenous Art Code), Vivien Anderson (Art dealer) and Stephen Arnott (Asst. Secretary, Dept Prime Minister & Cabinet).

Ron Merkel QC heads the Indigenous Art Code which provides a framework to encourage and monitor fair dealing in Indigenous art. The Code promotes good professional conduct in this important creative and commercial activity. The Indigenous Art Code was launched in 2010. It is supported by a growing membership of Indigenous artists, dealers and galleries. The Indigenous Art Code is gaining traction and making a positive change in professional behaviour within the sector. However there are many challenges facing Indigenous Artists. Join us to discuss how philanthropy can play a part in addressing the key issues facing Indigenous Artists.

Further Information: RSVP to Wendy Brooks: wbrooks@thetrustcompany.com.au.

Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Philanthropy Through Private Ancillary Funds (Parramatta)

Organisation: Artsupport Australia
Audience: Tailored to the needs of financial advisers, financial planners, lawyers, accountants and their clients, as well as current and future philanthropists interested in supporting any community sector interest.
Time: 6 - 7pm, followed by drinks; registrations from 5:45pm
Location: Parkroyal Parramatta, 30 Phillip Street, Parramatta
Cost: Free

PAFs are effective vehicles for individuals and families to formalise their charitable gift-giving. Since 2001, more than 900 PAFs have been established and seen many community and financial benefits.

These exclusive seminars feature high-profile speakers Paul Clitheroe (Chairman Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and Clitheroe Foundation); David Ward (Philanthropy Australia and Social Ventures Australia); and John McLeod (McLeod Family Foundation and philanthropy consultant).

Through first-hand experience they will explain: how to establish a PAF; their operational requirements; their tax benefits; their ability to support positive social change. Each seminar will also feature a PAF founder: Andrew Cameron (Parramatta), Julia Limb (Melbourne), Laurie Cowled (Brisbane) and Ann Johnson (Sydney CBD).

Further Information: Register online by 3 February at https://reg.eventarc.com/7089/parramatta-philanthropy-through-private-ancillary-funds

Click here to download the invitation (PDF)

This event is also being held in other cities:
» Melbourne, 21 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Brisbane, 22 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Sydney, 6 March - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Alice Springs)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia, hosted by Alice Springs Town Council
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 11am - 4pm (including lunch)
Location: Andy McNeill Room - Alice Springs Town Council, Alice Springs NT
Cost: Special price of $88 per attendee, including GST

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

Friday, 10 February 2012
Not for Profit Tax Day

Organisation: The Tax Institute
Time: 9am - 5:15pm
Location: City West Receptions, 45 Plaistowe Mews, Perth
Cost: Member Price: $595.00; Non Member Price: $695.00

The Australian Government announced several measures in the 2011-12 Budget that are relevant or may be of interest to non-profit organisations.This full day intensive will address the various issues faced by many not for profit and charitable organisations in Western Australia.This program will benefit those who have exposure to, or deal on, a variety of levels with non-for-profit and charitable organisations and need to be kept abreast of the associated tax and commercial issues. Targeted at professionals dealing with client affairs, the seminar may also be useful for those employed directly in these organisations.

Further Information: Visit http://taxinstitute.com.au

13 - 15 February 2012
Council on Foundations Family Philanthropy Conference 2012

Organisation: Council on Foundations
Audience: Grantmakers
Location: Miami, USA
Cost: $165 - $1,400 USD

Variety is the Spice of Philanthropy. You know what you do and you know what works, but what if a fresh perspective gave your work a kick? Mix, mingle, and find out what others are doing to spice up their philanthropy during these special get-togethers at the 2012 Family Philanthropy Conference.

The Council welcomes to its conferences representatives of organizations engaged in philanthropy, including CEOs, trustees, and staff of U.S.-based and non-U.S.-based private, operating, and community foundations; public grantmaking charities; corporate funders (foundations and/or giving programs); and tribal philanthropies.

Further Information: Visit www.cof.org/events/conferences/2011Fam

Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Storming Against Violence

Organisation: Victorian Women's Trust
Time: 7:30am - 9pm
Location: River Room - Crown Towers, Melbourne
Cost: $75 Individual, $650 Corporate Table (Seats 10)

The Victorian Women's Trust, supported by our Be the Hero! partner, Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club, presents Storming Against Violence - encouraging community dialogue and engagement around gender violence.

The program features a breakfast at Crown Towers River Room on Tuesday 14 February 2012, with leading international gender violence prevention advocate, Dr Jackson Katz.

Further Information: RSVP by Friday 3 February to women@vwt.org.au or call (03) 9642 0422.

Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday 15 February 2012
ACCSR Annual Conference 2012: The Innovation Imperative - Taking CSR from Risk management to Value Creation

Organisation: Australian Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (ACCSR)
Time: 9am - 6:30pm
Location: Melbourne
Cost: $440 - $950

The focus of ACCSR's 2012 Conference is how good CSR practices can drive company innovation and value creation.

This conference will assert that innovation and value creation are the next frontier in demonstrating the business case for CSR. By way of evidence, the proportion of CSR managers who said that CSR had delivered new value for their organisations more than doubled, from 27.3% to 62% between 2008 and 2010 (State of CSR in Australia surveys).

The conference will examine how CSR can drive innovation in development of:

• Governance and management
• New products
• New programs (including partnerships)
• New processes
• New business models
• Access to new markets

This high-level one day event will enable participants to hear concrete examples of best practices in Australia and overseas, to be briefed on academic analysis, and to share examples, dilemmas and ideas with peers, regulators and stakeholders.

Participants will leave inspired, better networked, and with a portfolios of concrete new ideas and strategies for their work.

Further Information: Visit www.accsr.com.au/html/annualconf2012.html. For enquiries contact Kerstin on 03 9326 1767 or email kerstin@accsr.com.au.

Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Philanthropy Through Private Ancillary Funds (Melbourne)

Organisation: Artsupport Australia
Audience: Tailored to the needs of financial advisers, financial planners, lawyers, accountants and their clients, as well as current and future philanthropists interested in supporting any community sector interest.
Time: 6 - 7pm, followed by drinks; registrations from 5:45pm
Location: RMIT Storey Hall, Conference Rooms, Level 7, Building 16, 336 – 342 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Cost: Free

PAFs are effective vehicles for individuals and families to formalise their charitable gift-giving. Since 2001, more than 900 PAFs have been established and seen many community and financial benefits.

These exclusive seminars feature high-profile speakers Paul Clitheroe (Chairman Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and Clitheroe Foundation); David Ward (Philanthropy Australia and Social Ventures Australia); and John McLeod (McLeod Family Foundation and philanthropy consultant).

Through first-hand experience they will explain: how to establish a PAF; their operational requirements; their tax benefits; their ability to support positive social change. Each seminar will also feature a PAF founder: Andrew Cameron (Parramatta), Julia Limb (Melbourne), Laurie Cowled (Brisbane) and Ann Johnson (Sydney CBD).

Further Information: Register online by 17 February at https://register.eventarc.com/7090/melbourne-philanthropy-through-private-ancillary-funds

Click here to download the invitation (PDF)

This event is also being held in other cities:
» Parramatta, 7 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Brisbane, 22 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Sydney, 6 March - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Indigenous Affinity Group (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 2:30pm
Location: VECCI, 486 Albert Street, East Melbourne

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Philanthropy Through Private Ancillary Funds (Brisbane)

Organisation: Artsupport Australia
Audience: Tailored to the needs of financial advisers, financial planners, lawyers, accountants and their clients, as well as current and future philanthropists interested in supporting any community sector interest.
Time: 6 - 7pm, followed by drinks; registrations from 5:45pm
Location: The Strand at Rugby Quay, Plaza Level, Rugby Quay, 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane
Cost: Free

PAFs are effective vehicles for individuals and families to formalise their charitable gift-giving. Since 2001, more than 900 PAFs have been established and seen many community and financial benefits.

These exclusive seminars feature high-profile speakers Paul Clitheroe (Chairman Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and Clitheroe Foundation); David Ward (Philanthropy Australia and Social Ventures Australia); and John McLeod (McLeod Family Foundation and philanthropy consultant).

Through first-hand experience they will explain: how to establish a PAF; their operational requirements; their tax benefits; their ability to support positive social change. Each seminar will also feature a PAF founder: Andrew Cameron (Parramatta), Julia Limb (Melbourne), Laurie Cowled (Brisbane) and Ann Johnson (Sydney CBD).

Further Information: Register online by 20 February at https://register.eventarc.com/7091/brisbane-philanthropy-through-private-ancillary-funds

Click here to download the invitation (PDF)

This event is also being held in other cities:
» Parramatta, 7 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Melbourne, 21 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Sydney, 6 March - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

Thursday 23 February 2012
Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar (Brisbane)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, foundation staff, those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts, those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Brisbane CBD
Cost: $395 for Members; $495 for non-Members

Perhaps you've come across some of these questions in relation to your foundation. Can you answer them all?

• What are the implications for our Public Ancillary Fund with the recent changes in tax laws?
• How can I be told that some organisations with both DGR and TCC are not eligible for grants from my PAF?
• What is wrong in having a grant condition stating that if money isn't fully spent on this project the organisation must give the remainder back?
• Why cannot my foundation support good small TCC Charities that desperately need help?
• Why can this foundation only distribute in Victoria when others can fund deserving projects in the Northern Territory?

If you don't know the answers, Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar will help.

This seminar is an exploration of issues and considerations for trustees of charitable trusts and foundations in Australia. Topics to be covered include the structure of charitable trusts, governance and the role trustees play; what trustees must do and what trustees should consider doing; and governance failure.

This seminar is an ideal base for new trustees and foundation staff; useful to those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts; and an excellent reference document and aide memoire to those already familiar with its subject. This seminar also provides an opportunity for those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts to understand the responsibilities and issues considered by Trustees.

The Trustee Handbook on the Roles and Duties of Trustees of Charitable Trusts and Foundations in Australia will provide the materials for the seminar. Created in consultation with Philanthropy Australia's Members, this Trustee Handbook is an essential document for PPFs, Community Foundations, Family Foundations, Charitable Trusts and Ancillary Funds.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Governance Seminar page, or click here to register now.

Sunday, 26 February 2012
Documentary Australia Foundation screening of 'Life In Movement'

Organisation: Documentary Australia Foundation
Time: 2.30 – 5pm screening followed by Q&A
Location: Mercury Cinema, 13 Morphett Street, Adelaide
Cost: Free, RSVP essential

Documentary Australia Foundation and Closer Productions are hosting a screening of the award winning South Australian film Life In Movement, to be introduced by the director and producer, Bryan Mason and Sophie Hyde and followed by a Q&A. Life in Movement is a fine example of an arts documentary which attracted the attention of funding bodies and philanthropists as a powerful story of passion and artistic endeavour that educates and inspires.

In 2007 the Sydney Dance Company appointed 29-year-old choreographer Tanja Liedtke as their first new artistic director in 30 years. However before she could take up the position, she was struck and killed by a truck in the middle of the night.

Winner of the 2011 Ruby Award for Best New Work, the Grand Jury Award, Cinedans (NLD) and the 2011 FOXTEL Australian Documentary Prize at the Sydney Film Festival.

"The winning film pushes the documentary form in an adventurous direction. It weaves past and present in an innovative way, allowing the viewer to appreciate how art is made and how the work transcends the individual. This film celebrates the lasting effects of a passionate life." Sydney Film Festival Jury comments

We hope you can join us for this introduction to the work of the Documentary Australia Foundation and this moving presentation.

Further Information: Please RSVP to susan@documentaryaustralia.com.au by Friday 17th February 2012. More DAF information at www.documentaryaustralia.com.au. The official film site: www.lifeinmovementfilm.com.

Click here to download the invitation (PDF)

Monday, 27 February 2012
International Corporate Philanthropy Day

Organisation: CECP (Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy)

Each year on the fourth Monday in February, the corporate giving community, led by CECP, observes International Corporate Philanthropy Day (ICPD), an international advocacy day intended to build awareness of corporate-community partnerships and to inspire businesses around the world to engage further.

On this day, CECP holds the annual Board of Boards CEO Conference in New York, along with a host of media-friendly opportunities to draw attention to the important role of the private sector in solving societal problems.

CECP member companies and partner organizations plan philanthropic initiatives and announcements around this day, and CECP works with partner agencies to communicate the overall benefits and importance of corporate philanthropy.

Further Information: Visit www.corporatephilanthropy.org

Monday, 27 February 2012
7th Annual Board of Boards CEO Conference (USA)

Organisation: CECP (Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy)
Audience: CEOs of large businesses and corporations
Time: 9am - 1pm
Location: The McGraw-Hill Companies, 1221 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020, USA

CECP's Board of Boards CEO Conference is consistently ranked among the world's top executive gatherings by Forbes.com and the global public relations firm Weber Shandwick.

The closed-door format of this conference, which is attended by leading global CEOs, fosters candid, peer-to-peer conversation about pressing issues and presents a leadership opportunity to shape the future of business' role in solving societal problems.

This event will take place on International Corporate Philanthropy Day, an international advocacy day led each year by CECP which is intended to recognize best practices in corporate engagement in society and to encourage further involvement from business leaders.

Further Information: Visit www.corporatephilanthropy.org

27 February - 2 March 2012
TED2012: Full Spectrum

Organisation: TED
Location: USA
Cost: Sold Out

From dazzling technology and leading-edge science to the richest veins of human creativity and interconnection, we are assembling our most diverse group of speakers ever for TED2012, with just this in common: they have something remarkable to share, and they are able to share it in a remarkable way. We're inviting them to develop "full spectrum" presentations: blizzards of images, new uses of music, extravagant use of under-used senses, intricate choreography between speaker and screen, new ways of involving the audience, breakthroughs in animation, and intense, campfire-style storytelling.

We're in the midst of a dramatic reinvention of the ancient art of the spoken word. The surprising spread of talks online and the explosion of TEDx events around the globe are testament to that. At TED2012 we plan to celebrate this phenomenon and nudge it a further step forward. Full Spectrum is a term we've adapted to mean the rich use of multiple technologies, formats and approaches for the most powerful possible impact on an audience.

Further Information: Visit http://conferences.ted.com/TED2012/

27 February - 2 March 2012
TED Active 2012: Full Spectrum

Organisation: TED
Location: Riviera Resort in Palm Springs, USA
Cost: $3,750USD; limited number of nonprofit memberships are available for those in the education or nonprofit; $500USD webcast only

In the spring of 2012, a unique group of people will convene in Palm Springs, California, to exchange ideas, inspire one another and experience a live simulcast of TED2012: Full Spectrum. TEDActive brings together global innovators -- the doers of the world making a difference in their communities and their professions -- to interact and learn from one another while absorbing TED2012.

TEDActive is an opportunity to let your mind travel the world of ideas while watching the live-hosted TED2011 program in a comfortable, customizable space. When the talks are over, your conversations with other passionate people begin -- a chance to engage in inspiring discussions and projects.

What sets TEDActive apart is that it's not a pre-set conference. Think of it as open-source TED, where you get to shape the program and get involved. This means that in addition to the dynamic experiences built into the conference schedule, attendees can:

• give their own talks at TEDYou
• host workshops
• lead and propose inventive activities
• participate in projects to create action around ideas
• or just sit back, relax and absorb

Included in the TEDActive mix are TED leaders from around the world who are helping to foster TED's mission of spreading ideas: Volunteer translators, independent TEDx event organizers, top commenters, rock-star TED Prize wish contributors and spectacular past TED Fellows. Special workshops create opportunities for these community members to meet face-to-face and exchange best practices.

Further Information: Visit http://conferences.ted.com/TEDActive2012/

Tuesday, 28 February 2012
Philanthropy 101 Seminar (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, grants administrators, private givers, anyone wanting to learn more about the philanthropic sector
Time: 9am - 1pm
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $180 for Members and $220 for Non-Members per attendee, including GST

We're pleased to announce a new ongoing seminar series - Philanthropy 101 - for those new to the philanthropic sector or seeking to learn more about it. Attendees may be trustees, grants administrators or private givers, or just those wondering what it's all about.

In this seminar Philanthropy Australia staff Rikki Andrews and Vanessa Meachen will:

• give you a social and historical overview of philanthropy;
• highlight what is unique about Australian grantmaking;
• provide insight into giving structures, statistics and trends;
• and indicate key resources.

This is a great opportunity for those new to the sector to understand where they fit in, to envisage their own organisation in the context of the wider sector, and to meet fellow philanthrocrats.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Philanthropy 101 Seminars page, or click here to register now.

28 February 2012
Indigenous Sustainability: Enterprise, Education & Environment

Organisation: 3 Pillars Network with partners Philanthropy Australia, Reconciliation Australia, Net Balance Foundation, Australian Employment Covenant, and Private Wealth Network.
Location: Star Room, Sydney
Cost: $550 - $750 (A further 20% discount applies for not-for-profits, foundations, small companies and students)

"Sustainable development: meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." Brundtland Commission, 1987

3 Pillars Network in partnership with Reconciliation Australia, the Australian Employment Covenant, Philanthropy Australia and the Net Balance Foundation present a one-day conference that addresses the intersection between sustainability and indigenous issues: employment, education and environment. This unprecedented event brings together for the first time leaders from ALL indigenous areas - business, education, philanthropy, advocacy, government and environment.

Why now? The governmental Closing the Gap initiatives have helped kick-start many exciting new Indigenous programs and important questions relating to long-term sustainable and positive outcomes are being asked. This conference aims to air the issues and provide a sounding board for those who know and care about future sustainability across Indigenous employment, education and environment initiatives.

The event will:

• Address tensions: Reconciling and respecting traditions and mainstream practices
• Develop effective models, frameworks and evaluation techniques to improve opportunities and equity
• Showcase successful indigenous businesses and enterprises to drive sustainable outcomes for future generations

Key speakers include Warren Mundine, Chairman of the Australian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, Andrew Penfold, CEO of the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation and Rhonda Parker, CEO of the Australian Employment Covenant.

With the vast range of highly regarded speakers gathered together, we are confident that this showcase conference will be regarded as an important contribution to future successful Indigenous outcomes.

The conference will be followed by a morning workshop on Wednesday 29 February - 'Measuring the Change You Make'

Further Information: Visit http://www.3pillarsnetwork.com.au/events/social_impact/conference/indigenous_sustainability/e50

Click here to download the program

28 February - 2 March 2012
Fundraising Institute Australia International Conference 2012: Dare to be Different

Organisation: Fundraising Institute Australia
Time: Starts 9am
Location: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Cnr Gold Coast Highway & TE Peters Drive, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Cost: $155 - $2,430

FIA's International Conference is one that you should not miss and is already shaping up to be the best ever. It has an incredible line-up of world experts, all "daring us to be different".

You can look forward to learning how to push back the boundaries from:

• Dan Pallotta – author of the ground breaking "Uncharitable"
• Tony Elischer – leading strategic thinker
• Richard Radcliffe – bequest guru
• Kay Sprinkel-Grace – "big picture" fundraiser
• Professor Adrian Sargeant – outstanding fundraising academic

This conference is like no other. It will cover all aspects of fundraising and it will bring together fundraisers from all over Australia and even from the Asia Pacific region. You will be challenged in your thinking, you will be further educated about fundraising and you will be able to network among your colleagues.

Further Information: Visit www.fia.org.au

29 February 2012
Corporate Philanthropy

Organisation: Appia Networking WA
Audience: Whole Sector, Corporates, Philanthropists
Time: 7am - 9am
Location: Perth CBD
Cost: $110 or $990 Table 10

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a better understanding on philanthropy in Australia with this Corporate Philanthropy Breakfast. This event will feature a panel of guest speakers sharing their thoughts on the importance of corporate giving and discussing current challenges charities face. Following this will be an interactive Q&A session.

Guest Speakers:

• David Flanagan, Managing Director - Atlas Iron
• Ros Worthington OAM, Philanthropist
• John Poulsen, The Australian Managing Partner of Squire Sanders
• Harvey Collins, Chairman of Navitas Limited and Bankwest, deputy chairman of Verve Energy, Chairman of Hagar International

Further Information: Call (08) 6102 2517 or email events@networkingwa.com.au or go to www.networkingwa.com.au/2011/12/28th-feb-corporate-philanthropy/

Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Working in Philanthropy: Media and Communications

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm, including lunch
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $90 (or $360 to attend all five sessions)

Part of the Philanthropy Professional Development Workshop Series 2012.

Presented by Jen Sharpe, Think HQ, this workshop will cover: the different elements of an integrated communications strategy including targeted ways to reach key stakeholders, government, media and the general public; real-life examples of philanthropic organisations that have positively harnessed their target audiences to achieve objectives.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Professional Development Workshops page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Arts Affinity Group (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: AbaF, Level 2, 405 Collins Street, Melbourne

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Tuesday, 6 March 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Sydney CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

Tuesday, 6 March 2012
Education Affinity Group (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Venue TBA

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Tuesday, 6 March 2012
Philanthropy Through Private Ancillary Funds (Sydney)

Organisation: Artsupport Australia
Audience: Tailored to the needs of financial advisers, financial planners, lawyers, accountants and their clients, as well as current and future philanthropists interested in supporting any community sector interest.
Time: 6 - 7pm, followed by drinks; registrations from 5:45pm
Location: Museum of Sydney (AGL Theatre, Level 2), Bridge & Phillip Streets, Sydney
Cost: Free

PAFs are effective vehicles for individuals and families to formalise their charitable gift-giving. Since 2001, more than 900 PAFs have been established and seen many community and financial benefits.

These exclusive seminars feature high-profile speakers Paul Clitheroe (Chairman Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and Clitheroe Foundation); David Ward (Philanthropy Australia and Social Ventures Australia); and John McLeod (McLeod Family Foundation and philanthropy consultant).

Through first-hand experience they will explain: how to establish a PAF; their operational requirements; their tax benefits; their ability to support positive social change. Each seminar will also feature a PAF founder: Andrew Cameron (Parramatta), Julia Limb (Melbourne), Laurie Cowled (Brisbane) and Ann Johnson (Sydney CBD).

Further Information: Register online by 2 March at https://register.eventarc.com/6845/sydney-philanthropy-through-private-ancillary-funds

Click here to download the invitation (PDF)

This event is also being held in other cities:
» Parramatta, 7 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Melbourne, 21 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar
» Brisbane, 22 February - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

Wednesday 7 March 2012
Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, foundation staff, those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts, those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Sydney CBD
Cost: $395 for Members; $495 for non-Members

Perhaps you've come across some of these questions in relation to your foundation. Can you answer them all?

• What are the implications for our Public Ancillary Fund with the recent changes in tax laws?
• How can I be told that some organisations with both DGR and TCC are not eligible for grants from my PAF?
• What is wrong in having a grant condition stating that if money isn't fully spent on this project the organisation must give the remainder back?
• Why cannot my foundation support good small TCC Charities that desperately need help?
• Why can this foundation only distribute in Victoria when others can fund deserving projects in the Northern Territory?

If you don't know the answers, Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar will help.

This seminar is an exploration of issues and considerations for trustees of charitable trusts and foundations in Australia. Topics to be covered include the structure of charitable trusts, governance and the role trustees play; what trustees must do and what trustees should consider doing; and governance failure.

This seminar is an ideal base for new trustees and foundation staff; useful to those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts; and an excellent reference document and aide memoire to those already familiar with its subject. This seminar also provides an opportunity for those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts to understand the responsibilities and issues considered by Trustees.

The Trustee Handbook on the Roles and Duties of Trustees of Charitable Trusts and Foundations in Australia will provide the materials for the seminar. Created in consultation with Philanthropy Australia's Members, this Trustee Handbook is an essential document for PPFs, Community Foundations, Family Foundations, Charitable Trusts and Ancillary Funds.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Governance Seminar page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 7 March 2012
Ageing Futures Affinity Group (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 10:30am - 12pm
Location: Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, Level 5, 140 Queen Street, Melbourne

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Thursday, 8 March 2012
QUT Business Leaders' Forum with Harold Mitchell AC

Organisation: QUT Business School
Time: 12 pm for 12:15pm - 2 pm
Location: Grand Ballroom, Hilton Brisbane
Cost: $145 per person, or $1,350 per table of 10

Harold Mitchell is one of Australia's leading media executives. He is the founder of Mitchell & Partners and Executive Chairman of Aegis Media Pacific. Since he started Mitchell & Partners in 1976, the company has grown to become the largest media and communications group in Australia. It now turns over $1 billion a year.

Harold Mitchell is an inspirational community leader. Launched in 2000, the Harold Mitchell Foundation disperses funds to arts and health projects at all levels in Australia. He has been Chairman of the National Gallery Australia, President of the Melbourne Festival of the Arts, Chairman of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Chairman of CARE Australia. He was recently appointed by the Federal Government to oversee a review of philanthropy in the Arts. His community largesse was clearly evident closer to home with his generous contribution of $500,000 to the Queensland Symphony Orchestra Building for the Future Fund.

Appointed Companion of the Order of Australia for his leadership and philanthropy, Harold Mitchell fervently believes in the adage that one of the greatest things you do in life is to make a difference. He will speak to the role of media in this country, the critical importance of philanthropy to our community well-being and the leadership practices that matter to him.

One of Australia's leading journalists Kerry O'Brien will again act as moderator.

Further Information: Visit www.qut.edu.au/business/about/events/qut-business-leaders-forum/upcoming

Monday, 12 March 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Gold Coast)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Location: Gold Coast CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

12 - 14 March 2012
2012 GEO National Conference: Smarter Grantmaking. Stronger Nonprofits. Better Results.

Organisation: Grantmakers for Effective Organisations
Audience: Funders
Location: Seattle WA, USA
Cost: $800USD - $1,300USD

The GEO community is united by a common drive to challenge the norm in pursuit of better results. Recognizing that current standard practices in philanthropy are not doing enough to make progress on the issues they care about, GEO members strive to find more efficient and effective ways to grow their impact. GEO's 2012 National Conference will offer a range of perspectives and new ideas for smarter grantmaking that leads to better results and present opportunities for participants to learn from the wisdom and experience of their peers. Session topics include:

• Focusing on funding results. How can we improve our grantmaking practices to better support nonprofit sustainability? How can we leverage our funding for maximum impact?
• Engaging stakeholders. How can we be best tap the knowledge and networks of our grantees and other partners to improve our grantmaking?
• Embracing evaluation and learning. How can we use evaluation and learning to make real-time improvements to our work? How do we create a learning culture within our organizations and in our relationships with grantees?
• Supporting collaborative problem solving. How can we best partner with other funders, grantees, corporations or government agencies to grow our impact?

Further Information: Visit www.geonationalconference.org

Wednesday 14 March 2012
Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, foundation staff, those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts, those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Melbourne CBD
Cost: $395 for Members; $495 for non-Members

Perhaps you've come across some of these questions in relation to your foundation. Can you answer them all?

• What are the implications for our Public Ancillary Fund with the recent changes in tax laws?
• How can I be told that some organisations with both DGR and TCC are not eligible for grants from my PAF?
• What is wrong in having a grant condition stating that if money isn't fully spent on this project the organisation must give the remainder back?
• Why cannot my foundation support good small TCC Charities that desperately need help?
• Why can this foundation only distribute in Victoria when others can fund deserving projects in the Northern Territory?

If you don't know the answers, Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar will help.

This seminar is an exploration of issues and considerations for trustees of charitable trusts and foundations in Australia. Topics to be covered include the structure of charitable trusts, governance and the role trustees play; what trustees must do and what trustees should consider doing; and governance failure.

This seminar is an ideal base for new trustees and foundation staff; useful to those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts; and an excellent reference document and aide memoire to those already familiar with its subject. This seminar also provides an opportunity for those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts to understand the responsibilities and issues considered by Trustees.

The Trustee Handbook on the Roles and Duties of Trustees of Charitable Trusts and Foundations in Australia will provide the materials for the seminar. Created in consultation with Philanthropy Australia's Members, this Trustee Handbook is an essential document for PPFs, Community Foundations, Family Foundations, Charitable Trusts and Ancillary Funds.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Governance Seminar page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 14 March 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Location: Melbourne CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 14 March 2012
Evening with Joe Berlinger

Organisation: Documentary Australia Foundation
Location: grantmakers, not-for-profits
Time: 5 - 8pm
Location: Museum of Sydney, Corner Phillip and Bridge Streets, Sydney
Cost: $10

Documentary Australia Foundation's special event - leading international filmmaker Joe Berlinger will present his film PARADISE LOST 3: PURGATORY. His work exemplifies the power of documentary to effect social change.

Emmy and Peabody winner Berlinger has been a leading voice in non-fiction film for two decades. His films include the landmark documentary CRUDE, about oil pollution in the Amazon Rainforest. The film, which won 22 human rights and environmental awards, recently triggered a high-profile First Amendment battle with oil-giant Chevron.

Berlinger's award-winning HBO documentary series "Paradise Lost: The Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills" (1996) and "Paradise Lost 2: Revelations" (2000) spawned a worldwide movement to free the West Memphis 3 for wrongful murder convictions. Set to debut on HBO in Jan. 2012, "Paradise Lost 3: Purgatory" tells the entire story, from the arrests in 1993 through the entire appeals process and the uncovering of new evidence, concluding with their release.

Further Information: Please RSVP to susan@documentaryaustralia.com.au by 2nd March 2012. This event will sell out fast. Please reserve to ensure a seat.

Thursday, 15 March 2012
Rural & Regional Affinity Group (Bendigo, or via phone hookup)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 10:30am - 12pm
Location: FRRR, 114 Williamson Street, Bendigo, or via phone hookup

This is our first meeting for 2012 and will be chaired by Jeanice Henderson, FRRR.

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Thursday, 22 March 2012
Addressing Homelessness Affinity Group (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm
Location: Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, Level 5, 140 Queen Street, Melbourne

Further Information: Click here to register online (Full Members only)

Tuesday, 27 March 2012
CEO Network (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Invitation only: CEOs of larger trusts and foundations who are Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Lyceum Club, Ridgway Place, Melbourne
Cost: $29 including GST

For the first CEO Network Event we are having lunch at the Lyceum Club.

Interim Commissioner and Head of the ACNC Implementation Taskforce, Susan Pascoe AM will be our special guest for this event.

Further Information: Click here to register online (By invitation only)

Tuesday, 27 March 2012
Philanthropy 101 Seminar (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, grants administrators, private givers, anyone wanting to learn more about the philanthropic sector
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Sydney CBD
Cost: $180 for Members and $220 for Non-Members per attendee, including GST

We're pleased to announce a new ongoing seminar series - Philanthropy 101 - for those new to the philanthropic sector or seeking to learn more about it. Attendees may be trustees, grants administrators or private givers, or just those wondering what it's all about.

In this seminar Philanthropy Australia staff Rikki Andrews and Vanessa Meachen will:

• give you a social and historical overview of philanthropy;
• highlight what is unique about Australian grantmaking;
• provide insight into giving structures, statistics and trends;
• and indicate key resources.

This is a great opportunity for those new to the sector to understand where they fit in, to envisage their own organisation in the context of the wider sector, and to meet fellow philanthrocrats.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Philanthropy 101 Seminars page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 28 March 2012
Arts Affinity Group (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12:15 - 2pm
Location: Sydney CBD

Guest Speaker will be Phillip Keir of the Keir Foundation. Phillip will speak on observations and findings as a result of living in London, looking at circumstances in the UK and Europe relating to philanthropy, foundation and the arts, including online developments.

Further Information: Registrations are not yet open.

Wednesday, 28 March 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Brisbane)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Brisbane CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

28 - 30 March 2012
Skoll World Forum

Organisation: Skoll Foundation
Location: Oxford, UK
Cost: Registration by invitation only; applications to attend open from 1 Nov - 31 Dec 2011

The Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship is the premier international platform for advancing entrepreneurial approaches to solve the world's most pressing problems. Our mission is to accelerate the impact of the world's leading social entrepreneurs by uniting them with essential partners in a collaborative pursuit of learning, leverage and large-scale social change.

Each year, 800 hand-selected delegates from the social, finance, private and public sectors convene for three days and nights in Oxford, England. Attendees representing nearly 65 countries participate in critical debates, dedicated networking events, self-organized sessions, small group workshops and compelling panel and plenary sessions.

Further Information: Skoll World Forum 2012

29 - 30 March 2012
ACOSS National Conference 2012

Organisation: Australian Council of Social Service
Audience: Policy makers, researchers, community adn welfare sector, advocacy, unions, government
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: Australian Technology Park, Sydney, NSW
Cost: $55 - $620

The ACOSS Annual Conference is a premier national event for policy-makers, researchers and those engaged in social services or advocacy. The conference theme for 2012 is 'Sharing the wealth of the lucky country'. At a time when Australians' material wealth has been booming the ACOSS National Conference will provide a forum for a diverse range of Australians to discuss the policy and practice which will put equality in Australia at the forefront of public debate. With new research showing that the poorest of Australian households post tax income has been falling while the richest households continue to earn more, there are many questions about what can be done to ensure Australia remains fair and inclusive.

This event provides a unique opportunity to examine Australia from the perspective of the disadvantaged with sessions covering a wide range of issues including tax and welfare reform, workforce participation, the rising cost of living and improving health outcomes for low income people in Australia. The conference promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking two days, bringing together a host of distinguished speakers to deliberate on socially responsible policy and the future of the community services sector.

Further Information: Contact ACOSS Events Officer, Louise Stanley, at louise@acoss.org.au or (02) 9310 6202. Visit www.acoss.org.au

16 - 18 April 2012
Australian & New Zealand Disaster and Emergency Management Conference

Organisation: Australian Institute of Emergency Services, Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association Inc and Association for Sustainability in Business Inc.
Location: Brisbane Convention Centre, Brisbane
Cost: $40 - $950

The Australian & New Zealand Disaster and Emergency Management Conference will provide a forum to examine the issues surrounding natural and man-made hazards.

The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) released a National Strategy for Disaster Resilience in February 2011. It agreed to adopt "a whole-of-nation resilience-based approach to disaster management, which recognises that a national, coordinated and cooperative effort is needed to enhance Australia's capacity to withstand and recover from emergencies and disasters."

The 2012 conference will be held in Brisbane from 16 - 18 April at the Brisbane Convention Centre. The program format will consist of keynote addresses, concurrent sessions and workshops. There will be more than 50 presentations.

Confirmed and Invited Speakers include:

• The Hon Robert McClelland MP, Attorney General
• Hon Neil Roberts MP, Minister for Police Corrective Services and Emergency Services
• Mr Bob Parker, Mayor of Christchurch
• John Ash, Chief, Integrated Public Safety, City of Ottawa; Canada, President, Risk Perspective Inc - "Introducing EMAP to Australia and New Zealand"
• Dr Sarb Johal, Chief Editor, National Pandemic Strategy at Department of Health UK, and from October 2011, A/Prof at Joint Centre for Disaster Research, Massey University, New Zealand (c)
• Dr Ed Blakely, led the New Orleans recovery team from 2007 to 2009 where he developed and directed the implementation plans for the recovery of the City after Hurricane Katrina (c)
• Professor Paul Arbon, Director, Flinders University Research Centre for Disaster Resilience and Health; President of the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine and Editorial Board Member of the refereed journal 'Pre Hospital and Disaster Medicine.' He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Nursing Australia and the former national Chief Commissioner of St. John Ambulance, Australia (c)
• Dr Geoff Garrett, Queensland Chief Scientist; Chairman, Qld Floods - Sciences, Engineering and Technology Panel
• Mr Patrick Snowball, Chief Executive, Suncorp (c)
• Mr Campbell Darby, Director General, Emergency Management Australia
• Mr Alan Marshall, C.StJ, FAIES, President, Australian Institute of Emergency Services
• Ian Stewart, Deputy Commissioner (Regional Operations) Queensland Police (c)
• Barry Dean, Director of Emergency Management, Australian School of Emergency Management - Coordination of cross sector recovery and restoration of community infrastructure (c)
• Chris Ainsworth MBA CEM, Program Manager, Public Safety Leadership Development, Australian College of Community Safety (c)
• Harold Wolpert, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Avalias, an international provider of technologies for organisational preparedness (c) (w)
• Sandra James, Social Recovery Manager, Waimakarir Council NZ

The conference streams will include, Research, People Management, Mitigation, Climate Change, Relief & Recovery (Health, Local Business, Infrastructure), Volunteers, Response, Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Media, Risk Assessment, Policy and Governance.

In the past few years we have seen fires in Victoria, earthquakes in New Zealand, floods in Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales and Vietnam, a tsunami in Indonesia, a tropical cyclone in North Queensland, volcanic eruptions in Indonesia and The Philippines and hurricanes and severe flooding in the USA.

Further Information: Visit www.anzdmc.com.au/

16 - 18 April 2012
11th Annual Global Philanthropy Forum Conference

Organisation: Global Philanthropy Forum
Location: The Fairmont, Washington DC, USA

Details to come.

Further Information: Visit www.philanthropyforum.org/conferences/2012/2012-annual-conference.html

Tuesday, 17 April 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 9:30am - 1pm
Location: Melbourne CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

Tuesday, 24 April 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Sydney CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

29 April - 1 May 2012
Council on Foundations Annual Conference 2012

Organisation: Council on Foundations
Audience: Grantmakers
Location: Los Angeles, USA

More details to come.

Further Information: Visit www.cof.org/events/conferences/2011Annual/2012conf.cfm

Tuesday, 1 May 2012
Grantseeker Workshop (Brisbane)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantseekers / fundraisers, Directory subscribers, Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Location: Brisbane CBD
Cost: $220 per attendee, including GST; Associate Members of Philanthropy Australia are entitled to one free attendance per annum

Philanthropy Australia's Grantseeker Workshops provide grantseekers with an introduction on how to look for funding from philanthropic sources. The half-day workshops provide an overview of Australian trusts and foundations and the environment in which they operate. Learn how to research potential funding sources, what to include in a submission, what to leave out, how to make your application easy to understand, and what makes foundations different to other funders!

The workshops make a great complement to The Australian Directory of Philanthropy, ensuring you have the knowledge to get the most out of your Directory, but are accessible and useful for anyone looking for funding from philanthropic sources.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Grantseeker Workshop page, or click here to register now.

16 May 2012
The positive and negative implications of social media in solving social challenges (Sydney)

Organisation: Emerging Leaders for Social Change (ELSC)
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Sydney

ELSC members have asked that place markers for future collaboratories be made available so here is the seond proposed date for 2012.

This collaboratory will focus on discussing multi-sector perspectives of the implications of using social media in solving social challenges.

Further Information: http://elscsocialmedia-eorg.eventbrite.com/

» This event is also being held in Melbourne on 30 May - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

30 May 2012
The positive and negative implications of social media in solving social challenges (Melbourne)

Organisation: Emerging Leaders for Social Change (ELSC)
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Melbourne

ELSC members have asked that place markers for future collaboratories be made available so here is the seond proposed date for 2012.

This collaboratory will focus on discussing multi-sector perspectives of the implications of using social media in solving social challenges.

Further Information: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2404263216/eorg

» This event is also being held in Sydney on 16 May - click here to jump to details in the Event Calendar

Wednesday, 30 June 2012
Working in Philanthropy: Social Media

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm, including lunch
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $90 (or $360 to attend all five sessions)

Part of the Philanthropy Professional Development Workshop Series 2012.

Presented by Damien Cheney, Webintent, this workshop will cover: a brief and broad introduction to social media; a detailed focus on the use of Linked-In and how this will not only enhance the individual's professional opportunities but increase the professionalism and connection of the philanthropic sector.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Professional Development Workshops page, or click here to register now.

25 - 29 June 2012
TED Global 2012: Radical Openness

Organisation: TED
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Cost: A TEDGlobal 2012 pass costs US$6,000. Only a limited number of TEDGlobal registrations are available; they're granted at the discretion of the TED team based on a broad set of criteria aimed at ensuring a rich and stimulating exchange of ideas among a diverse group of peers.

As the world becomes ever more interconnected, the ways we relate, the means by which we learn about one another and develop mutual understanding, and the rules about what we hide and what we share are changing. That's the inspiration for the theme of TEDGlobal 2012: Radical Openness.

All bets are off as to what openness and collaboration in an ultra-connected world will mean for human potential. Traditional top-down models of organization no longer reflect reality. Social capital and influence are becoming stronger currencies than hierarchy and formal power. New, collaborative ways of creating meaning and things are developing at fast pace. Only one thing appears certain: Secrecy is no longer bankable: impact is. The future will be built on great ideas, and for that, great ideas need to circulate freely, broadly and openly.

Those are some of the threads that will inform our work in preparing the TEDGlobal 2012 program. We will hear from those who are provoking and embracing these changes. The conference will feature about 70 speakers over four days. We will explore a deliberately eclectic mix of topics. Here a few that are in our mind:

• the truth about talent
• the shaping of Western and Eastern thought
• new ways to think about and produce energy
• new materials and design
• the real impacts of interconnectivity
• how to make technology more human
• how to reshape the global system
• the links between fear and imagination
• the meaning of consciousness
• new organizational model
• cutting-edge scientific explorations
• what we need to un-learn
• radical thinking about conflict resolution
• life past 100
• new approaches to climate change
• courageous acts

The program will be published in May 2012.

Further Information: Visit http://conferences.ted.com/TEDGlobal2012/

10 - 13 July 2012
ISTR 10th International Conference for the Third Sector: "Democratization, Marketization and the Third Sector"

Organisation: ISTR (International Society for the Third Sector)
Location: Siena, Italy

In this era of far-reaching changes in the way that societies are organized, the Third Sector is playing a critical role and has significantly gained importance in many countries. Democratization and the role of civil society in social integration and participation are in the spotlight with recent mobilizations particularly in the Middle East and ongoing suppression of civil society under authoritarian regimes in parts of the world. New media, social networks and other technological innovations raise new opportunities and challenges for organizing collective action and the diversity of civil society. Marketization and its impact on the Third Sector is attracting renewed research interest as welfare budgets are cut and the role of nonprofits is called into question in difficult fiscal times in many nations. A second type of marketization is also attracting attention particularly the growth of corporate social responsibility (CSR), the emergence of social enterprises and changing philanthropic paradigms. International research toward a better understanding of the implications of these changes continues to gather momentum.

ISTR's Tenth International Conference in Sienna, Italy offers an excellent opportunity for further dialogue on these and other changes in an environment of rigor, reflexivity, authenticity and creativity. Siena encapsulates a mix of tradition and innovation that is woven from ancient webs of social engagement and enduring beliefs in justice through periods of peace and conflict. It provides an excellent setting to explore the role of third sector studies as an integrative science with short and long term objectives geared towards understanding and addressing societal concerns. Three exciting plenary sessions will canvas major theoretical and practice developments in the Third Sector and highlight the rich history and accomplishments of the host nation's Third Sector.

Paper, poster, and panel proposals are invited in response to the overall conference focus as they relate to the many, diverse and interconnected theme areas that are characteristic of much third sector research.

Theme areas:

• Philanthropy
• Voluntarism and volunteering
• Civil society, citizenship and democracy
• Policy, politics and relations
• Governance and leadership
• Management and organizational practice
• Social entrepreneurship, social enterprise, and social economy
• Justice and development
• Gender
• Research and teaching paradigms, methodologies and practice
• Evaluation, legitimacy, accountability and impact
• Emerging areas of theorizing and practice

Further Information: Visit http://eng.fondazionefortes.it

Wednesday, 25 July 2012
Working in Philanthropy: Evaluation & Impact

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm, including lunch
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $90 (or $360 to attend all five sessions)

Part of the Philanthropy Professional Development Workshop Series 2012.

Presented by Regina Hill, Effective Philanthropy, this workshop will cover similar content as the 2011 seminar with amendments suggested by last year's attendees.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Professional Development Workshops page, or click here to register now.

27 - 29 July 2012
6th Australasian Better Boards Conference

Organisation: Better Boards
Location: Melbourne
Location: $450 - $725

Held since 2002, this popular governance conference for non-profit board members, CEOs and senior managers, has a long history of bringing together governance and leadership experts and practitioners to inform, inspire and interact with conference delegates.

Powerful strategic insights, reflective research and observations, and practical governance solutions delivered through keynote addresses, interactive panels and workshops provide an excellent arena to explore issues and discuss solutions in greater depth.

The 2012 Australasian Better Boards Conference is delivered at an important stage in the journey of the Australasian non-profit sector. It will provide unique insights on the emerging challenges and opportunities for leaders of non-profit organisations, and will explore the future possibilities and characteristics of non-profit organisations in 2020.

It is well worth making this conference your board's main development activity for 2012.

The conference program will again include a day of presentations, workshops and networking specifically for CEOs on 27 July.

Further Information: Visit www.betterboards.net/conference-2012/

Wednesday, 8 August 2012
Working in Philanthropy: Project Management

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 1pm - 2:30pm, including lunch
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $90 (or $360 to attend all five sessions)

Part of the Philanthropy Professional Development Workshop Series 2012.

Presented by Catherine Brown, Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, this workshop will cover: tips for improving your project planning and management; a grantmaker's perspective - what to look for when assessing project management capability.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Professional Development Workshops page, or click here to register now.

4 - 5 September 2012
Philanthropy Australia Conference 2012

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Grantmakers, philanthropists, third sector
Location: Dockside Conference Centre, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney

The next biennial Philanthropy Australia Conference will be held at Dockside Conference Centre, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney, on Tuesday 4 September and Wednesday 5 September 2012.

The working theme is philanthropy working towards Improving Civil Society.

All Philanthropy Australia Members will be notified when registrations open, which we anticipate will be early in the year. If you would like to make sure you receive notice of important developments, please register your interest and we'll be in touch.

We hope you'll be able to join us!

Further Information: Registrations will be opening early 2012. Click here for more information and to register your interest.

10 - 12 September 2012
2012 Fall Conference for Community Foundations, USA

Organisation: Council on Foundations
Audience: Community Foundations
Location: New Orleans, USA

More details to come.

Further Information: Visit www.cof.org/events/conferences/

24 - 28 September 2012
International Rural Network Forum 2012: Rural & Remote Resilience - Making the Priorities Possible

Organisation: International Rural Network
Location: University of South Australia's Centre for Regional Engagement, Whyalla Campus, SA

Building on an initial gathering in Townsville, Australia, and on four previous conferences held in Vancouver Island, Canada; Inverness, Scotland; Abingdon, USA and Udaipur, India, the 2012 IRN World Forum in the Upper Spencer Gulf, South Australia, will bring together practitioners, policy makers and scholars with an interest in regional, rural and remote communities across the world.

IRN gatherings emphasise the sharing of practical experience and the value of local knowledge in addressing local challenges. This is especially important in the areas of community and economic development, health, education, culture and environment. The theme of IRN 2012 is Rural and Remote Resilience: Making the Priorities Possible. A key aim of IRN 2012 is to attract presentations which join together community groups and practitioners with researchers / academics and or policymakers / industry.

IRN 2012 will focus on participation. There are options for academic scholarship, storytelling and themed workshops. IRN 2012 will also include a forum for PhD students with a half day colloquium and panel session planned.

Further Information: Visit http://www.international-rural-network.org/

Tuesday 9 October 2012
Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar (Sydney)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, foundation staff, those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts, those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Sydney CBD
Cost: $395 for Members; $495 for non-Members

Perhaps you've come across some of these questions in relation to your foundation. Can you answer them all?

• What are the implications for our Public Ancillary Fund with the changes in tax laws?
• How can I be told that some organisations with both DGR and TCC are not eligible for grants from my PAF?
• What is wrong in having a grant condition stating that if money isn't fully spent on this project the organisation must give the remainder back?
• Why cannot my foundation support good small TCC Charities that desperately need help?
• Why can this foundation only distribute in Victoria when others can fund deserving projects in the Northern Territory?

If you don't know the answers, Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar will help.

This seminar is an exploration of issues and considerations for trustees of charitable trusts and foundations in Australia. Topics to be covered include the structure of charitable trusts, governance and the role trustees play; what trustees must do and what trustees should consider doing; and governance failure.

This seminar is an ideal base for new trustees and foundation staff; useful to those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts; and an excellent reference document and aide memoire to those already familiar with its subject. This seminar also provides an opportunity for those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts to understand the responsibilities and issues considered by Trustees.

The Trustee Handbook on the Roles and Duties of Trustees of Charitable Trusts and Foundations in Australia will provide the materials for the seminar. Created in consultation with Philanthropy Australia's Members, this Trustee Handbook is an essential document for PPFs, Community Foundations, Family Foundations, Charitable Trusts and Ancillary Funds.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Governance Seminar page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday 10 October 2012
Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar (Melbourne)

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Trustees, foundation staff, those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts, those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Melbourne CBD
Cost: $395 for Members; $495 for non-Members

Perhaps you've come across some of these questions in relation to your foundation. Can you answer them all?

• What are the implications for our Public Ancillary Fund with the changes in tax laws?
• How can I be told that some organisations with both DGR and TCC are not eligible for grants from my PAF?
• What is wrong in having a grant condition stating that if money isn't fully spent on this project the organisation must give the remainder back?
• Why cannot my foundation support good small TCC Charities that desperately need help?
• Why can this foundation only distribute in Victoria when others can fund deserving projects in the Northern Territory?

If you don't know the answers, Understanding the Governance of Charitable Foundations Seminar will help.

This seminar is an exploration of issues and considerations for trustees of charitable trusts and foundations in Australia. Topics to be covered include the structure of charitable trusts, governance and the role trustees play; what trustees must do and what trustees should consider doing; and governance failure.

This seminar is an ideal base for new trustees and foundation staff; useful to those providing advice on setting up foundations and trusts; and an excellent reference document and aide memoire to those already familiar with its subject. This seminar also provides an opportunity for those with significant interaction with foundations and trusts to understand the responsibilities and issues considered by Trustees.

The Trustee Handbook on the Roles and Duties of Trustees of Charitable Trusts and Foundations in Australia will provide the materials for the seminar. Created in consultation with Philanthropy Australia's Members, this Trustee Handbook is an essential document for PPFs, Community Foundations, Family Foundations, Charitable Trusts and Ancillary Funds.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Governance Seminar page, or click here to register now.

Wednesday, 31 October 2012
Working in Philanthropy: Working With Your Board

Organisation: Philanthropy Australia
Audience: Full Members of Philanthropy Australia only
Time: 12pm - 1:30pm, including lunch
Location: Philanthropy Australia, Level 2, 55 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $90 (or $360 to attend all five sessions)

Part of the Philanthropy Professional Development Workshop Series 2012.

Presented by Catherine Brown, Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, this workshop will cover: understanding the role and duties of a Board; tips for CEOs and senior managers to enhance the Board/management relationship.

Further Information: For more information and alternative dates, go to the Professional Development Workshops page, or click here to register now.