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Here you will find a collection of articles and research relating to education and Australian philanthropy, with a particular focus on Indigenous, regional and rural, and STEM education; and building a stronger community sector.

FEATURE STORY

General education

Drawing young people into the world of work, virtually

Jacqueline Brewer / 14 January 2019

Young people need more open, authentic conversations with adults about the world of work, especially those lacking positive, employed role models, to provide them with the kind of support many of us enjoyed when we were starting out. We’re virtually connecting Origin volunteers with children in some of Australia’s most remote communities to do just that.

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Building a stronger community sector

More than the sum of its parts: an exploration of co-located NFP centres

Dr Karen Hart / 24 May 2018

The idea that NFP centres delivering social and human services for a range of client groups holds appeal and promise, as they seem to offer multiple benefits, rather than challenges. But oddly, the concept has not gained much momentum in Australia. Dr Karen Hart looks to North America to further explore the success factors of shared spaces and how to make co-location work in an Australian context.

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