ACPNS runs an online Community of Practice once a month called Tea & Buns to discuss topical and relevant issues which those working in the nonprofit and social enterprise are challenged with. On 28th May 9-10am Brisbane time, you are invited to join the conversation about what we can learn from fear and how it affects…
Doomsday Cropping, Nonprofits and the Art of Passion | Read it and Reap Working from home? You’ll be able to relate to this… Thanks to the one and only, Emeritus Professor Myles McGregor-Lowndes for this very timely article. If I had to define the nonprofit sector in three words, it would be ‘Passion for Good’. You…
DEVELOP YOUR ORGANISATION | Develop Your Accountability What role do beneficiaries have when it comes to accountability in nonprofit organisations? Do beneficiaries have a right to be included in accountability processes and how might this be done? Could beneficiaries’ participation in evaluating the organisation offer a way of doing this? These questions were explored by current…
We recently asked our alumni how they’re getting on at this difficult time – and instead of complaining they sent in their fave quotes and words that inspire them to move forward, even when times are tough. Thanks fabulous alumni! If you would like to add your voice, we would absolutely love to hear from you!…
WANT TO TRANSFORM WORLDS? ACPNS equips visionary individuals and organisations to transform worlds – through teaching, research and engagement. Our strong sector links and real world teaching mean ACPNS stays at the leading edge of knowledge, providing our students with a teaching and research environment that is up-to-date and valuable to people interested in success in…
Missed last week’s webinar on the amendments to the Incorporated Associations and Collections Act? Never fear; the recording and PowerPoints are freely available for download. ACCESS THE RECORDING DOWNLOAD THE POWERPOINT: AIA Bill PPT In late November 2019, the Associations Incorporation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019 was introduced into the Queensland Parliament. It will apply to…
Missed last month’s workshop on the steps to writing successful grants? Never fear; you can watch the recording today! Please note: The recording includes Session 1 of the workshop. Only those who paid to attend are able to access all three sessions. Thank you for your understanding. Access the video recording Grant writing is a skill…
What does a nonprofit organisation or a social enterprise need to thrive? And how is its effectiveness and efficiency measured? There are questions we’re often asked. The Developing Your Organisation blog, developed by ACPNS, is a valuable resource for you and your organisation, designed to give you the skills and know-how to create a sound organisational…
Q QUT’s Australian Centre for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies (ACPNS) equips visionary individuals and organisations to transform worlds – through teaching, research and engagement. Its strong sector links and real world teaching mean ACPNS stays at the leading edge of knowledge, providing our students with a teaching and research environment that is up-to-date and valuable to people…
Courage can be contagious DOWNLOAD THE RECORDING On 26th March 2020 we asked Cassandra Levin a psychologist and Certified Dare to LeadTM facilitator from QUT about what research by Brené Brown says about leading bravely when you are feeling vulnerable and uncertain. This is the recording of the conversation. Brene’s insights are relevant for all senior…
