Student Experience Network

GRANT-AUS NAIDOC Local Grants
2026-02-19 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney)
NAIDOC Local Grants support activities held for NAIDOC Week (5 to 12 July 2026) that celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, achievements and their continuing contribution to our country and Australian society.
Funding is available across 3 funding streams:
1. Educational Institutions (up to $1,500)
2. Small-scale grants (up to $10,000), and
3. Large-scale grants (more than $10,000 and up to $25,000).
NAIDOC Local Grants provide a contribution towards the cost of local and regional NAIDOC Week activities across Australia – it is not expected to cover the full running costs of an event. It is expected that most grants will be awarded for $10,000 or less.
Non-Indigenous organisations are strongly encouraged to work with their local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in planning activities.
All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the 2026 NAIDOC Local Grants Opportunity – Grant Opportunity Guidelines. Applicants seeking a large-scale grant of more than $10,000 and up to $25,000 will also be assessed against the selection criterion and compared to other applications in the large-scale grants stream.
The NIAA distributes available funding across NIAA Regions, based on geographic location and the number and proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents. Funding preference is given to Indigenous Organisations when distributing funding within each NIAA Region (in accordance with the Grant Funding Preference Priorities set out in the 2026 NAIDOC Local Grants Opportunity – Grant Opportunity Guidelines).
NIAA delegates will decide on the number and value of grants awarded in each of the 3 funding streams within NIAA Regions. We expect most grants will be offered to applications in Stream Two – Small Scale Grants. Grant Funding Preference Priorities may also impact on the number of applications funded under Stream One.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply, you must be intending to deliver an activity aligned with the objectives of the grant opportunity, including supporting the Australian Government’s commitment to celebrate, support, and raise awareness of First Nations histories and cultures within the wider community.
If you are a non-Indigenous organisation, you must have support from your local First Nations community or stakeholders for the proposed activity. You are strongly encouraged to provide evidence of this.
If you are applying as a Partnership or Sole Trader you must provide a Letter of Support from the secondary organisation (educational institution or event organiser) where your activity will take place. If a Partnership or Sole Trader is using their own premises, a Letter of Support should come from confirmed attendees. For non-Indigenous Partnerships or Sole Traders, this Letter of Support must come from the local First Nations community or stakeholders.
All applicants must:

have an Australian Business Number (exemptions may apply)
where relevant, be registered for the purposes of GST;
have an account with an Australian financial institution; and
be one of the following entity types:

an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Corporation registered under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006
a company incorporated in Australia under the Corporations Act 2001
an incorporated association
an incorporated cooperative
an organisation established through a specific piece of Commonwealth or state / territory legislation including public benevolent institutions, churches and universities
an Australian local government body
an incorporated Trustee on behalf of a Trust
a Partnership
a Sole Trader
a joint (consortium) application with a lead organisation that satisfies the entity type, or
an educational institution or correctional facility.

Grant Activity Timeframe:

NAIDOC Local Grants funded activities must align with the objectives of the NAIDOC Local Grants Opportunity and should ideally occur during, or as close as possible to, NAIDOC Week (5 to 12 July 2026). Requests to run activities up until 31 October 2026 will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Requests for extension or postponement of your activity may be agreed if there are extenuating circumstances, but not beyond 31 October 2026.
Should you be successful and unforeseen circumstances arise that mean you are unable to complete your activity as proposed in your application, you will need to discuss options with the National Indigenous Australians Agency by contacting NAIDOCgrants@niaa.gov.au or your NIAA Regional Office.

Total Amount Available (AUD):

$3,000,000.00

Estimated Grant Value (AUD):

From $0.00 to $25,000.00

Instructions for Application Submission:

Applications must be submitted by completing the online application form, available at: https://www.grants.gov.au/

WEBINAR - Building Your Feedback Fitness
2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
High performing teams are comfortable giving and receiving feedback for improvement. The ability to recognise when people are performing well, and offering praise and recognition, builds a positive workplace culture. Identifying behaviours that could change and offering improvement feedback helps teams continually improve and innovate.
This session will provide participants with tools to initiate feedback conversations and understand how to manage challenges that may arise.
Learning outcomes
Following the program participants will be able to:

Plan and prepare for feedback
Initiate a feedback discussion
Manage emotions when giving and receiving feedback
Gain commitment for behaviour change

WEBINAR - Protect Yourself From Scams
2026-02-18 10:30 - 11:30
Scams are becoming more sophisticated and widespread, targeting people from all walks of life. This session will help you understand common scam types, recognise red flags and learn practical strategies to safeguard yourself and your community. Through real-world examples and prevention tips, you’ll gain the confidence to spot scams early, protect your information and support others who may be at risk.

This webinar covers topics including:

Understanding Scams: What they are, and their impact.​
Identifying Common Scam Types: A look at the deceptive landscape.​
Spotting Red Flags: Key indicators to watch out for.​
Protecting Yourself: Strategies for building your ‘fortress’ against fraud.​
Supporting Others: Being there for those who have fallen victim and engage with your service or organisation.​

GRANT-WA LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants Program
2026-02-16 08:00 - 17:00
Provides funding to support initiatives that build belonging, safety, equity, and wellbeing in LGBTIQA+ communities across Western Australia.

In 2025–26, LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants Program supports initiatives that align with two priority areas of Western Australia’s LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy 2025-2035:
– Belonging, connection and visibility.
– Safety, equity and wellbeing.
Projects should consider how they could deliver better outcomes for LGBTIQA+ people and communities to:
– Implement LGBTIQA+ inclusive practices, programs and services.
– Strengthen workforce capability and leadership in supporting LGBTIQA+ people.
– Build partnerships across sectors for an integrated approach to activities aimed at developing better outcomes for LGBTIQA+ people and communities.
The LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants 2025–26 Program includes two separate grant application opportunities:
1. LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants Program 2025-26 – Tier One Grants
Grants of up to $10,000 (excl. GST) for pilots, projects and initiatives that work with and for LGBTIQA+ people and communities towards building a safer and more inclusive WA and aligning to the priority focus areas.
2. LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants Program 2025-26 – Tier Two Grants
Grants of up to $25,000 (excl. GST) to undertake collaborative pilots, projects and initiatives using a consortia approach that work with and for LGBTIQA+ people and communities towards building a safer and more inclusive WA and aligning to the priority focus areas.
Applications for the Tier Two Grants should include information on the consortia arrangements for the project, including:
– The lead organisation that will be responsible for the administration of funding, monitoring and reporting against the grant.
– Registered business and trading names of all organisations involved in the consortia.
– Roles and responsibilities of consortia organisations in delivering the project.
A range of items associated with staging an event/activity or directly related to the delivery of the project such as:
– Minor administration costs such as postage and phone calls
– Hire of equipment, transport and venue hire
– Publication costs of resources and material created through the project
– Resource materials, publicity, communications and marketing costs
– Food and non-alcoholic beverages for community engagement activities
– Staff wages/salaries directly related to the project
– Consultants and facilitators
– Intrastate travel
– Audit costs
– Project evaluation.
To be eligible to apply for a grant through the LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Initiatives Grant Program, applicants must be operating fully in Western Australia and be:
– An incorporated not-for-profit community organisation
– An Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation
– Local government authority
– An unincorporated organisation or community group, applying through the auspice of an incorporated body or a local government authority.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NSW Grants for Good Program
2026-02-13 08:00 - 17:00
Helps communities within the Ausgrid network area (Eastern Sydney, CBD, Newcastle, Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Coffs Harbour).

The Grants for Good program is open and is an important part of fostering connections with Ausgrid’s community and demonstrating their dedication to a sustainable, innovative, and community-focused future.
Grants are one important way Ausgrid is helping communities in their network. By providing substantial funding through Electrification Grants and Grassroots Grants, they are not just talking about their commitment to community and sustainability – they are actively investing in it.
There are two types of grants:
1. Electrification Grants – Up to $15,000
Help your community embrace the switch from fossil fuels to electric alternatives. These grants support projects that promote a sustainable electric future—from installing induction cooktops in community kitchens to setting up EV charging infrastructure for not-for-profits.
2. Grassroots Grants – Up to $5,000
Support causes and organisations our communities care about. Nominate charities, volunteer groups, local sports teams and organisations in our network area for initiatives that strengthen community connection, promote safety and wellbeing, or improve equity and accessibility.
Ausgrid are looking for projects that align with one or more of these themes:
– Electrification: Helping community organisations transition to a sustainable electric future. This could include switching from gas to electric appliances, installing solar systems, or setting up electric vehicle charging infrastructure
– Community: Strengthening connections and bringing people together. Projects that build social cohesion, create inclusive spaces, or support community activities
– Equity and Accessibility: Making electricity and renewable energy available to all. Projects that address energy equity, support vulnerable communities, or improve accessibility to energy services
– Safety: Supporting the safety and wellbeing of our communities. This includes electrical safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, or projects that enhance community safety.
Eligibility criteria
– Your organisation must be registered and operating within the Ausgrid network area (Eastern Sydney, CBD, Newcastle, Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Coffs Harbour)
– Organisations should be not-for-profit or community organisations
– Your project must be delivered within the Ausgrid network area
– Your project must align with one or more of four grant themes
– Funds must be used within the 2026 calendar year.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-WA National Volunteer Week Grants
2026-02-13 08:00 - 17:00
National Volunteer Week Grants, supported by Lotterywest
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers and celebrates their significant contribution to communities across the country. Learn more about National Volunteer Week.
Volunteering WA, with generous support from Lotterywest, offers volunteer involving organisations across Western Australia the opportunity to apply for a grant of up to $1,500 to organise an event or activity which recognises and thanks volunteers during National Volunteer Week.
How to apply
To submit an application for the 2026 National Volunteer Week Grants, first read through the documents below and apply online.
Relevant documents

Grant guidelines
Activity suggestions
Joint activity suggestions
Sample letter for multiple organisations

Applications close 13 February 2026.
For any queries relating to the National Volunteer Week Grants, please contact NVWgrants@volunteeringwa.org.au.

WEBINAR - Board Inductions for Not-for-profits
2026-02-12 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
Bringing on a new board member? New to a board yourself? Taking the time to establish a good board induction process is an important investment in any organisation’s future. It supports new board members to understand their role, start contributing as soon as possible and helps the whole board work together more effectively.
In this popular webinar, we look at the journey of a new board member, what they need to know from pre-appointment to their first meeting, and give you tips on how to improve your own induction process. You’ll walk away with a checklist of what to cover in an induction to set your board up for success.

We’ll cover:

Why is board induction important, and who is responsible for it?
What should happen before the appointment of a new board member?
What should be covered in a board induction?
Checklists for what to think about at each step

You’ll receive:

75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
Information on further resources and support

Who should attend:
New board members, experienced board members who are looking for a refresher, and senior staff. Anyone wanting to improve their organisation’s induction process.

WEBINAR - AI Prompt Warm-Up
2026-02-11 14:00 - 15:00
This is a fun, hands-on session built to supercharge the way you talk to AI tools. Think of it as a workout for your prompting skills! We’ll explore exactly what makes AI listen and respond well. You’ll get to try out different ways of asking questions, discover the secrets to getting better answers, and practice improving your prompts on the spot. You will leave this webinar with simple, practical techniques to get more useful, creative, and accurate results from tools like ChatGPT, every single time.

This webinar covers topics including:

Understanding how different elements in your prompt shape and determine the quality of AI responses.
Practicing effective and sophisticated prompt engineering techniques tailored specifically for common not-for-profit (NFP) tasks.
Learning critical methods for evaluating AI-generated outputs and refining your initial prompts to achieve better, more accurate results.

WEBINAR-ACT - Understanding Insurance
2026-02-11 14:00 - 15:00
In partnership with AON Insurance, VolunteeringACT is pleased to host an online information session to enhance your understanding of the intricacies of insurance.
AON will be joining us to run a session including:
– The common insurances available to not-for-profits
– The importance of reviewing risk management
There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.

WEBINAR - Crazy Constitutions and Ridiculous Rules
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
The foundation of good governance lies in a well-structured constitution. However, many organisations find themselves hampered by outdated or overly complex rules that can hinder their operations.

In this webinar, we’ll explore some of the most common pitfalls found in constitutions, from vague language to impractical processes. Learn how to identify these issues and gain practical tips for reviewing and improving your constitution.

WEBINAR-NSW Seamless Starts - Mastering Volunteer Onboarding and Induction
2026-02-10 11:00 - 12:00
Learn to create effective, standards-aligned volunteer inductions that boost engagement, reduce drop-offs, and support long-term success.

A strong start is crucial for volunteer retention and effectiveness. This FREE session covers strategies to reduce early drop-offs and foster long-term commitment . Align your skills with the National Standards and International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY 2026).
You’ll learn how to create comprehensive, engaging, and compliant induction programs that set volunteers up for success. Essential elements such as clear role descriptions, organisational culture integration, initial training, and creating a welcoming environment are covered.
This webinar will delve into best practices for volunteer onboarding and induction and aligns with:

National Standard 1 – Volunteering is embedded in Leadership
National Standard 5 – Volunteers are Supported and Developed
Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) – Good Health and Wellbeing

Each month we’ll explore volunteer management concepts and issues through the lens of the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement and IVY 2026.

Outcomes
You’ll gain an understanding of the requirements of:

National Standard 1 and learn how to apply these to your volunteer program, including the specific actions your organisation can take to better integrate volunteerism into leadership, policy, and planning in preparation for IVY 2026.
Designing and developing a comprehensive volunteer induction plan that aligns with National Standard 5 and incorporates essential elements such as role-specific training, organisational culture integration, wellbeing check-ins (connecting to SDG 3) – and clear pathways for ongoing support.
Implement anding evaluating new onboarding strategies designed to reduce early volunteer drop-off and promote immediate engagement, resulting in increased volunteer satisfaction and retention.

WEBINAR - Wellbeing & Boundaries in Volunteering
2026-02-06 10:00 - 12:00
As a volunteer or volunteer coordinator, it can be difficult to maintain boundaries in your role and with those you work with.
This workshop will identify what boundaries are, why boundaries & mental wellbeing are so important, and how to manage difficult situations, how we can apply mental health, wellbeing & resilience to volunteering.

GRANT-QLD Tertiary Transformation Grants
2026-02-06 08:00 - 17:00
Aims to strengthen suicide prevention, alcohol and other drugs, and stigma reduction education and outcomes in Queensland’s tertiary sector.

The Tertiary Transformation Grants have been established to:
– Strengthen alcohol and other drugs and suicide prevention workforce capability and
– Improve suicide prevention outcomes and supports in Queensland’s tertiary education sector.
A total funding pool of $1.5 million is available, with up to $250,000 per priority area, per application.
These grants support innovative initiatives that align with the following priority areas:
Priority area 1: Suicide prevention programs
– Develop and embed suicide prevention competencies into tertiary curricula, co-designed with people with lived-living experience (LLE) of suicide, to build a skilled future workforce.
Priority area 2: Alcohol and other drugs (AOD) and stigma reduction programs
– Develop and embed AOD competencies and stigma reduction into tertiary curricula, co-designed with people with LLE of AOD use.
Priority Area 3: Transforming suicide prevention responses in tertiary education
– Design, implement, evaluate, and promote settings-based suicide prevention and postvention initiatives, co-designed with students, staff, and people with LLE of suicide, to improve responses and reduce stigma in tertiary settings.
The tertiary education sector, including universities and vocational education and training (VET) providers, are a critical pathway for developing Queensland’s suicide prevention and AOD workforce.
Tertiary education providers equip students with knowledge, skills, and non-stigmatising approaches to support people experiencing suicidal distress or AOD concerns.
They are also a key setting for suicide prevention, as students and staff may experience risk factors such as financial stress, sleep disruption, study pressure, and social stigma.
These grants will enhance workforce capability, improve suicide prevention responses, and promote awareness of AOD and suicide prevention career pathways.
The Commission is seeking to engage suppliers with the capabilities and experience to deliver innovative, evidence-informed initiative(s) that address one or more of the following objectives:
– Embed co-designed, evidence-based knowledge and skills in tertiary curricula
– Measure stigma and stigma-reduction outcomes through curriculum, communication, and engagement activities
– Strengthen the suicide prevention and AOD workforce by improving education-to-employment pathways
– Enhance access to evidence-based suicide prevention and postvention support for students and staff.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Artificial intelligence and governance
2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:00
Artificial intelligence has enormous potential to benefit community organisations – but it also brings real risks. Your board is responsible for managing these risks, both in your own decision-making and across your organisation’s use of AI.

At this training, you’ll learn how to:

Make ethical decisions when using AI tools
Identify and mitigate risks to your organisation and stakeholders
Establish clear, practical guidelines for AI use
Put human oversight and fact-checking procedures in place
Build trust through transparency.

This 1 hour webinar costs $99 (member price) and will be held live on Thursday 5th February from 1:00pm to 2:00pm AEDT.

WEBINAR - AI Jargon Demystified: A Friendly Guide
2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:00
Are you finding AI talk confusing? You’re not alone. AI is changing fast, and the words people use can sound complicated, highly technical and overwhelming. This session is here to make things simple. We’ll explain the most important AI terms in everyday language, with real examples, so you can understand what they mean and how they matter.

We’ll break down basic ideas like machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks, as well as talk about newer topics like large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and prompt engineering. By the end, you’ll feel ready to join conversations about AI at work, understand how different AI tools work and spot ways they could help your organisation—especially if you’re in the nonprofit or social impact sector.

If you feel unsure, sceptical, or just lost when it comes to AI, this webinar is for you. We know it’s easy to feel left behind, especially if your team is busy and short on time. Let us help bridge the gap! Our goal is to give you a solid, simple understanding of AI, so you can make smart choices about using it and know which uses are safe and practical for your team.

This webinar covers topics including:

Decoding common AI terms and concepts, such as Machine Learning, LLMs, and Generative AI, to provide a clear foundation for understanding the technology.
Building a shared vocabulary that is essential for confident and effective discussions with peers, partners, and stakeholders about the responsible and ethical use of AI within Nonprofit Organisations (NFPs).
Gaining the confidence to participate meaningfully and strategically in conversations about AI’s potential applications, risks, and integration pathways.

NETWORK TRAINING - Workplace Wellbeing Workshop: Looking After Each Other
2026-02-05 08:00 - 17:00
Wellbeing Workshop 2: Looking After Each Other
Key themes: Team Wellbeing, Empathy, and Emotional Literacy
Strong relationships are fundamental to everyone’s wellbeing. During this workshop, your team will explore how to look after each other, understand different perspectives and create supportive relationships where everyone can thrive.
Participants will leave:
– Motivated to support their colleagues at work.
– Aware of how to improve their emotional literacy to better understand their own and others’ emotions.
– Equipped with strategies to strengthen their ability to support others through empathy.

EOIs Close for Award Judges
2026-02-05 08:00 - 17:00

Out Of The Boardinary - CPR Group
2026-02-05 - 2026-02-06 | Melbourne, VIC
Unlock first access to boost student leader impact with Out of the Boardinary – Early bird pricing!
SEN and CPR Group are excited to bring you Out of the Boardinary – the hands-on governance training program designed for student leaders and those who support them.
This two-day immersive course builds the skills, tools and confidence leaders need to govern with impact. Participants will learn how to:

Foster a board culture that listens, learns and leads with credibility
Make decisions that leave a legacy
Run effective meetings and meet compliance responsibilities
Navigate risk and compliance with confidence

SEN recommends this course to all members because it’s tailored to student union, guild and association leaders. Delivered by CPR Group, student leaders will leave with practical, real-world knowledge and a stronger network of like-minded leaders from across the country.
Register interest now to get first access to tickets and the chance to secure early bird pricing, starting from $810 per person (group prices), before they’re released to the public. Some locations are already sold out, so join the list now to avoid missing out.
Upcoming dates:

Joondalup, WA, 28–29 October 2025 – SOLD OUT
Perth, WA, 30–31 October 2025 – EOI open
Sydney, NSW, 1–2 December 2025 – SOLD OUT
Brisbane, QLD, 4–5 December 2025 – EOI open
Parramatta, NSW, 28–29 January 2026 – EOI open
Melbourne, VIC, 5–6 February 2026 – EOI open

Early bird pricing comes to an end on the 10th September, so fill out your Expression of Interest now to be first in line when tickets are released: HERE
Interested in attending an event in your area that’s not listed? Contact us to discuss.
Let’s take your student leadership from ordinary… to Out of the Boardinary.

WEBINAR - Decision Making and Problem Solving
2026-02-04 08:00 - 17:00
The ability to make logical and rational decisions is a critical skill for leaders and team members alike. Individuals need to make informed decisions and then create a plan forward, whilst taking responsibility for the outcomes required. Solving problems identifying the root cause, prioritizing tasks effectively and working effectively with others to find better ways.
This workshop also examines the decision-making process and how to carry a decision through to execution with implementation of critical tasks in a timely manner.
Learning outcomes
Following the program participants will be able to:

Understand common mistakes in decision-making, and problem solving
Identify the key questions to ask, and the resources/information needed.
Examine their strengths and areas to work on in problem solving and decision making
Understand the impact bias can have on decision making
Be able to prioritise tasks

WEBINAR - Leading Your Team Through Change With Clarity, Confidence and the Energy to Keep Moving Forward
2026-02-03 12:00 - 14:00
Build a Culture That Stays Strong When Everything Else Changes
Most leaders aren’t struggling because they can’t handle the work – they’re struggling because they’re leading teams through nonstop uncertainty while trying to look calm, confident and in control. And the truth is, it’s exhausting.
Your team feels it too. Change fatigue. Slack morale. Confusion sitting just under the surface. Everyone trying to keep up while the ground keeps shifting.
This isn’t a moment for scripts or management clichés. This is a moment for leadership that is human, grounded, clear and deeply connected to purpose.
This session dives into the lived experience of leading in 2026 – when clarity is scarce, expectations are high, and relevance isn’t guaranteed. You’ll explore what teams actually need from you when pressure rises, how culture is shaped in real time (not in documents), and how to lead in a way people can feel, not just follow.

Articulate the difference between managing change and leading through it: Recognize how leadership influences culture, engagement, and momentum during transitions.
Increase clarity and alignment during uncertainty: Practice tools for communicating purpose and direction so teams feel informed, connected, and grounded.
Lead with confidence and composure: Demonstrate how confidence grounded in values and vision fosters trust and reduces stress across the team.
Sustain team energy through adaptive challenges: Identify leadership behaviors that counter fatigue, maintain focus, and honor both progress and resilience.
Strengthen team trust and psychological safety during transitions: Apply listening, inquiry, and feedback practices that deepen connection and support meaningful participation

📅 Date: Tuesday 3 February 2026
🕓 Time: 11am AEST | 12pm AEDT | 2pm NZDT (60mins)
📍 Zoom
We’ll unpack practical ways to reduce burnout without lowering ambition, how to keep your team aligned when priorities move, and how to lead with energy even when the environment drains it.
This isn’t about managing change. It’s about becoming the leader people trust to walk them through it.

WEBINAR-ACT - Inclusive Volunteering for Organisations
2026-02-03 10:00 - 12:00
Inclusion matters. Based on key learnings from the Inclusive Volunteering Pathways to Employment Program, this engaging workshop will explore how to build an inclusive community where people of all abilities and backgrounds can contribute.
The workshop will explore the positive outcomes of inclusive volunteering by reviewing case studies and utilising practical tips to increase inclusion. This workshop will provide you with the skills to remove the barriers to volunteering and provide you with the tools to help people find meaningful volunteering opportunities. You will be challenged to consider the benefits that can be unlocked through volunteering, including a stronger sense of social inclusion in your workplace. Identifying barriers to inclusion and understanding simple solutions for removing these barriers will be explored from both the individual and organisation.
Outcomes:
By the end of this session, you will be able to:

explain principles of inclusive volunteering;
outline why inclusion is beneficial in volunteering​;
identify barriers to inclusion​​;
consider solutions to the barriers impacting on volunteering​​; and,
describe what it means to be part of an inclusive team.

Session Date: Tuesday 3 February 2026
Session Time: 10am – 12pm
Session Location: Online via Microsoft Teams (link sent to registered attendees prior to the session)
This training is free (valued at $85 and paid for by the Australian Government.)
Volunteering ACT is committed to inclusion of people of all backgrounds and abilities. Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements.

EOIs Open for SEN Award Judges
2026-02-02 08:00 - 17:00
Details to come!

GRANT-AUS Grill'd Local Matters
2026-02-01 08:00 - 17:00
Provides support to groups, organisations and causes that serve local communities where each Grill’d Restaurant is located.

Every month, each restaurant splits $500 between three groups doing amazing work in the community —and that’s where YOUR vote counts.
Through Local Matters, Grill’d gives $80,000 every month to groups across the country. Since 2011, Local Matters has donated over $7 million to 30,000+ local community groups, organisations and projects:
– Health & disability: $1,255,600
– Community service: $1,401,600
– Sport & recreation: $1,306,700
– Animals & environment: $773,800
– Youth service: $766,500.
How it works
– It’s easy! Order at Grill’d in-restaurant or online and you’ll get a token to vote for the cause closest to your heart.
– 1 burger = 1 vote. Order your burger in-restaurant or online to get your token
– Vote for the community group you care about most
– The jar with the most tokens gets $300, and the other two each get $100.
Be a part of local matters
– Is your group doing good in the community? Apply for a jar and join the Local Matters movement.
Registration is only open to Local Community Groups that legitimately conduct one or more Local Community Projects within, or that serve, a Local Area.
Local Community Group means:
– A group of people sharing a common goal
– A charity
– A not-for-profit organisation.
Local Community Project means a charitable or benevolent project serving a Local Area, even if the project also serves a wider area.
To be eligible to register a Local Community Group, the Local Community Group must have a valid ABN.
Each calendar month, each Grill’d Restaurant will select three (3) approved Local Community Groups to participate in Local Matters.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Leading a High Performing Team
2026-01-30 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
Being a good leader takes focus and energy. The skills, knowledge and abilities of the leader can be the difference between having an acceptable team and an exceptional one performing at their very best. This program will assist your leaders to take the next step in supporting their teams’ growth by being able to identify strengths and weaknesses in their team and use coaching and reinforcing skills to incite high performance and continued improvement.
Learning outcomes
Following the program participants will be able to:

Be more adaptive in their leadership approach
Lead change initiatives more confidently
Build more effective leader/team member relationships
Apply a framework for coaching and developing tram members

Out Of The Boardinary - CPR Group
2026-01-28 - 2026-01-29 | Parramatta, NSW

WEBINAR - Kickstart 2026 Like a Ninja
2026-01-22 09:00 - 09:30 | Online
In this “punchy” 30-minute session we’ll cover some Ninja skill reminders AND some new ideas to help us get in the zone and ready for 2026.
After what was hopefully a relaxing, resetting holiday season, lets re-group and think (like a Ninja) about our plans for the year ahead.

GRANT-AUS World Mental Health Day Community Fund
2026-01-15
Supports communities to start or expand projects that positively impact mental health and well-being.

How it works:
1. If you apply with a proven idea…
– Access funding and guidance to start proven ideas, designed by a community of social innovators
– Choose an idea from the list (Mental Health Community Connect, Sidewalk Talk, OpenSeat Mindful Meals), and apply to create your project page
– Complete a 30 Day Challenge to unlock funding
– Receive the first portion of funding and use it to make your project happen!
– Share the impact of your project to unlock the final portion of funding
– Funding is allocated to those who successfully complete the challenge on a first-come, first-served basis.
Funding is allocated to those who successfully complete the challenge on a first-come, first-served basis.
2. If you apply with your own project…
– Apply by January 15, 2026 (AWST).
– Wait for your application to be reviewed. You’ll know if it was successful by February 26, 2026 (AWST)
– If successful, complete some simple steps within 30 days before starting your project
– Receive the first portion of funding and use it to make your project happen!
– Share your project’s impact to unlock the final portion of funding.
Organisations must be legally registered in the country where they operate, they often include non-profits, schools, libraries, and other legally registered community groups.
Eligibility criteria
– Projects must address the theme of mental health
– Projects must take place in Australia
– Applicants must be at least 18 years old or have the permission of a guardian to apply for funding.
Funds can be used to cover:
– Direct costs for the set-up or maintenance of the project, e.g., space rental, insurance fees, seeds and planting materials, tools, training fees
– If applying with your own project, some funds may be used to pay those working on the project.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-AUS World Mental Health Day Community Fund
2026-01-15 | Online

GRANT-WA Community Training Grants
2026-01-09 08:00 - 17:00
Funds participation in a selection of training courses offered by the Institute.

AIM recognises the work of not-for-profit (NFP) organisations and aspiring professionals in the community, wishing to embark on professional development.
The Community Training Grant provides training up to the value of $3,000 for organisations and up to $4,000 for individuals that can be used to fund participation on a selection of training courses offered by the Institute.
AIM WA awards Community Training Grants in two categories:
1. Organisational Grants
AIM invites organisations from civic and voluntary groups, charitable and welfare groups, church groups and other not-for-profit organisations to apply.
2. Individual Grants
The Individual Community Training Grants are broken down into two subcategories:
– Ben Scott Young Professional: This category is tailored for ambitious young professionals under the age of 35 years who are in, or aspiring to be in, a management or leadership role and wishing to embark on professional development.
– First Nations Individuals: This category is tailored for First Nations individuals who are in, or aspiring to be in a management or leadership role and wanting to undertake professional development opportunities with AIM WA.
Community Training Grants may be awarded in the following fields:
– Interpersonal and Communication Skills
– Leadership and Management
– Frontline Management and Supervision
– Work Health and Safety
– Project, Contract and Process Management
– HR, Training and Administration
– Finance, Sales and Marketing
– Computer Skills.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NSW Community Benefit Payment Scheme
2026-01-06 08:00 - 17:00
Benefits local communities and offsets the potential harm of increased gaming machines in a local government area.

Community benefit payments are generally given to local not for profit and charitable organisations to support communities in the local government area where the funding is generated.
Potential grant recipients may include, but are not limited to, organisations that provide services and support relating to health, mental health, youth, housing, domestic and family violence, social or financial disadvantage and Aboriginal or culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Funded organisations incorporate gambling harm minimisation strategies into their usual activities in a way that contributes to the support they provide to local communities.
Where the funding comes from
– When a venue applies to Liquor & Gaming NSW to increase the gaming machines on its premises, it may be required to complete a Local Impact Assessment which examines the impact that the additional machines may have on the local area. The Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority uses the Local Impact Assessment to determine if approving the application will have an overall positive impact on the community.
If the application is approved, the venue must make community benefit payments to the Responsible Gambling Fund. The payments are calculated by the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority and are distributed to organisations that support the social wellbeing of communities in the local area.
How the funding is distributed
– Community benefit payments are allocated through a closed grant process administered by the Office of Responsible Gambling. When the funding becomes available, the Office identifies and invites potential applicants from the local area to apply for a grant.
The Office convenes a community contribution panel to assess applications and make a recommendation for the approval of the Deputy Secretary Hospitality and Racing.
Community contribution panels consist of a local community representative (usually a local government or health representative), a representative of the local GambleAware service and an RGF Trustee.
To be eligible applications must meet the following conditions:
– The amount of funding requested must be within the available range (the funding amounts vary and are outlined in the guidelines for each grant opportunity).
– The proposal must be from a not for profit organisation, social-purpose or government agency with an ABN.
– The proposal must benefit local communities in the target LGA.
Funding proposals are considered against the following assessment criteria:
– The proposal is deliverable within the proposed timeframe and budget
– The applicant has sufficient capacity and expertise to deliver the project
– The proposal will provide benefit to communities in the target LGA
– The proposal will achieve value for money
– The proposal is aligned with NSW Government policy objectives.
If your organisation can meet the eligibility criteria and you would like to be considered if this funding becomes available in your local area, please register your details on the funding provider’s website.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.
