Student Experience Network

WEBINAR - Privacy Laws in Not-for-profits
2026-03-26 12:30 - 14:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the scale and speed of changes in this area. Media reports on data breaches continue, as do reforms to laws and regulations. Come to this popular webinar to get a privacy law refresher and help keep you and your not-for-profit up to date with the latest.
In this webinar, our lawyers will set out some of the key personal information handling obligations for not-for-profits and provide you with an easy-to-follow framework to help demystify privacy laws.
We’ll bring you up to speed on the privacy reforms with a high-level overview of the most important changes to understand and give you some pointers on key trends in data breach and regulatory priorities for the Office of the Australian Information Commission (OAIC).

We’ll cover:

The latest on the privacy reforms
Current regulatory priorities and most recent data breach observations from the OAIC
Which privacy laws might apply to your organisation
The ‘personal information lifecycle’ and some key requirements for collection, use and disclosure of, and storage of personal information
Rights of individuals to access and correct data you hold about them
How to respond to a data breach

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:
Staff, committee members and volunteers of not-for-profit organisations.

WEBINAR - Mythbusting Insurance (Volunteering)
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Volunteer insurance can feel complex, and misunderstandings are common.
Join this lunchtime session, delivered in partnership with AON, to build a clearer understanding of volunteer insurance, why it matters, and your responsibilities when engaging volunteers.
The session will unpack common misconceptions, build confidence in navigating insurance conversations, and provide practical insights to better support both your organisation and your volunteers.

GRANT-TAS Multicultural Community Festivals Small Grants Program
2026-03-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-11 08:00 - 17:00
Supports new and emerging culturally and linguistically diverse communities to hold events in Tasmania that celebrate significant cultural traditions and bring people together to celebrate diversity.

In 2025, the Tasmanian Government released Embracing Diversity, Fostering Belonging: Tasmania’s Multicultural Action Plan 2025-2029 (the Action Plan).
The Action Plan reflects the Tasmanian Government’s commitment to a harmonious, inclusive and respectful multicultural island where all Tasmanians belong, and are enabled to contribute and achieve.
The Action Plan commits to delivering the Multicultural Community Festivals Small Grants Program (the Grants Program) for two years, and the Grants Program was initially delivered in 2024-25.
Eligible applicants under the 2025-26 Grants Program should demonstrate how their event will achieve the following outcomes:
– Bring Tasmanians together to celebrate the cultures of our diverse communities and share traditions
– Increase understanding of the diverse cultures within the Tasmanian community
– Promote social cohesion.
The following are eligible costs. However, this list is not exhaustive:
– Venue hire
– Equipment hire – catering/lighting/sound/audio visual equipment
– Staging hire – marquee / stall / table / chair hire
– Traditional costumes for performance
– Welcome to Country ceremony fees
– Festival advertising and marketing
– Cleaning materials
– Catering (up to 25 per cent of funding).
The Program is open to applications from local government entities and community organisations with a focus on Tasmania.
Eligible organisations can either be:
– A local government authority (council)
– An incorporated not-for-profit organisation
– A not-for-profit company registered under company law
– Unincorporated organisations may be considered, however an Auspicing arrangement is preferred.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Love Your Microsoft Teams Meetings
2026-03-25 09:00 - 09:30 | Online
In just 30 minutes we’ll show you how to turn Microsoft Teams from “just another video call” into a genuinely useful collaboration space.
Whether you’re leading meetings daily or occasionally, you’ll learn how to use Teams features more intentionally – to keep people engaged, focused, and clear on what happens next.

WEBINAR - Strategic Planning (Interactive)
2026-03-24 13:00 - 16:00
Who really has time for strategic planning? There is so much going on within our organisations that demands our attention. It’s tempting to leave strategic planning languishing on the back burner.
But strategic planning shouldn’t be an afterthought. Decisions we make in today’s board meetings will reach well into our future. In the absence of a clear strategic plan, its unlikely to be a well-informed decision-making process. If you’re not forward planning, the future may not thank you!

GRANT-AUS Australian Community Fundraising Platform
2026-03-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-27 08:00 - 17:00
Streamlines fundraising by offering prize draws to organisations and causes of any size.

*Note – Fundraising permit only held in NSW so far, ALL other States and Territories to be added ASAP.*
ACFP is an Australian Owned fundraising platform that streamlines fundraising by consolidating the supporters from multiple fundraising causes into the one draw, not only increasing the available prize pool, but also reducing or completely eliminating their fundraising burden to allow organisations to concentrate on their core mission without the added stresses of fundraising logistics.
Australian Community Fundraising Partners Ltd is a Not-For-Profit (Zero Profit) Charitable Fundraising Organisation.
They fundraise for and provide funding directly to:
– Small Community Groups, Teams, Clubs, Schools, Charities and Charitable Causes who may be finding it hard to fundraise enough or at all due to their size, location and reach.
As a Zero Profit Organisation ACFP takes no payments, has no held bank accounts or investments for profit. They are run and managed completely by volunteers, and 100% of any donated funds are passed on to the intended cause.
ACFP is able to provide a massive 65% of the income from ticket sales directly to the partner responsible for that sale, with NO extra costs. Any applicable taxes, if required at all, are paid by each partner on the donations and sponsorship they receive from the sale of their tickets on this website.
ALL tickets in the ACF Community Art Union are $2. ACFP guarantee that a minimum of 65% of EVERY SALE is forwarded directly to supporting your chosen School, community group, sporting club or charity.
For example, a $100 ticket bundle breakdown:
– $65 to your chosen cause
– $15 prize pool
– $10 GST
– $1.50 to $3.50 is 1.5% to 3.5% charged as online payment fees, out of the remaining $6.50 to $8.50.
ACF also pays all other cost for both ACF and ACFP Ltd, including applicable Tax to the ATO.
ACFP Ltd supplies the prizes out of the held 15%.
It’s 100% free for ANY community cause to partner with ACFP, and the more tickets sold means more funds raised for good causes in NSW.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Building Better Strategic Partnerships
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This workshop will explore common challenges faced when building professional strategic relationships in the workplace. Get up to speed with the latest tips and strategies, and pick up practical tools for building trust and credibility across departments and with your stakeholders. When you are positioned as a valued and trusted strategic business partner you can positively impact the organisation’s culture and performance.
Learning outcomes
In this program participants will:

Discuss common challenges
Explore the latest research and future trends
Develop actions to build better strategic partnerships
Gain skills and tools for identifying areas of improvement in their organisation

GRANT-QLD Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program
2026-03-18 08:00 - 17:00
The $30 million Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program is helping local Queensland organisations upgrade sporting facilities, get more people active, and build a lasting community legacy ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, through the Field of Play program for community-level projects and the Partnership Fund for larger, multi-use developments.

Funding available

The Partnership Fund supports new larger-scale projects like club houses and multi-use precincts to create spaces that are inclusive, functional, and fit-for-purpose for both local use and future international events.

The following funding is available:

Projects located within urban and regional LGAs: Starting from $500,000
Projects located within remote and very remote LGAs*: Starting from $740,000
Projects located within discrete communities: Starting from $830,000

Applicants are expected to make a co-contribution, with an indicative guide below.

Projects located within urban and regional LGAs: Around 50% of eligible project costs
Projects located within remote and very remote LGAs*: Around 40% of eligible project costs
Projects located within discrete communities: Around 10% of eligible project cost

The minimum total project cost is $1 million.

* Refer to the Program Guidelines for more information on locations.

WEBINAR - Good Governance and Understanding Your Constitution (Interactive)
2026-03-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Online
This workshop has been designed to help directors understand their roles and responsibilities as a board member, and how to review and apply the organisation’s constitution.
Full details on what will be covered in this workshop can be found below.
Undertake the roles and responsibilities of a board member

Working within the structure of the organisation
Managing competing roles and responsibilities
Following legal requirements when carrying out board duties
Monitoring operations
Receiving and acting on community and stakeholder feedback
Participating in successful meetings

Review and apply the organisation’s constitution

Linking the purpose of the organisation to the constitution
Identifying legislation that can impact on provisions of the constitution
Formulating and updating the constitution
Making sure everyone in your organisation understands and uses the constitution

NETWORK TRAINING - Sponsorship Workshop Session 2
2026-03-17 13:00 - 14:30
Designed specifically for SEN members, this 2 part practical Sponsorship Workshop facilitated by Red Lanyard will help you shift from chasing sponsors to confidently attracting the right partners. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what sponsors are actually looking for, learn how to reframe your thinking and communication from desperation to conviction, and walk away with a refined strategy that leads to stronger, more successful sponsorship outcomes.
The workshop includes a comprehensive, re-usable 24-page workbook, full lifetime access to the workshop recording, and a suite of ready-to-use templates (including proposals, agreements, checklists, swipe files and Canva designs). Participants also receive 30-day access to an online community portal with coaching support and networking opportunities—perfect for those watching the recording later.
While the workshop doesn’t provide sponsor lists, guarantees, or cookie-cutter solutions, it equips you with the insight, tools and confidence to build authentic, effective sponsorship approaches that actually work.
Facilitated by Sally Porteous from Red Lanyard – https://redlanyard.com.au/
DATE – Tuesday 10th and 17th March 2026 – 1pm – 2:30pm AEDST

WEBINAR - Running Meetings That Matter
2026-03-12 13:00 - 14:00
Many boards fall into the trap of reviewing reports and activity rather than making strategic choices that create the future.
Join BoardPro and Community Directors for this webinar which will help your board meetings go from simple status updates to strategic conversations.
At this webinar, you’ll learn how to:

Craft a board agenda
Develop board reports
Lift the quality of your discussions
Sharpen your strategic lens
Create a meeting environment where insight, foresight and high-value decisions become the norm
Shift from passive oversight to energetic exploration, driving vision and genuine strategic impact.

The session is based on practical examples of many high-performance boards. You’ll leave with actionable steps and templates that could transform your board meetings immediately.
This 1 hour webinar will be held live and free on Thursday 12 March from 1:00pm to 2:00pm AEDT.

WEBINAR - Managing Member Disputes and Board Conflict
2026-03-12 12:30 - 14:00
About this event
Healthy debate helps not-for-profits thrive, but if a conflict or dispute is preventing your organisation from achieving its goals, you need the tools to handle it effectively.
Understanding the legal processes for handling disputes between members and the committee will help your organisation achieve the best outcome.
In this FREE webinar, you’ll hear about why disputes happen in not-for-profits, how to avoid them, and what the law requires of not-for-profit organisations managing conflict.

We’ll cover:

What are some common disputes involving members and board members of not-for-profit organisations?
Why are these disputes often so damaging?
What processes are available to help resolve the dispute?
How can your rules/constitution help?
Where to go if you need more help to resolve the dispute
How can you prevent disputes arising in the first place?

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:
Board or committee members and senior staff in your organisation.

When
Thursday, 12 March 2026
VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS: 12:45pm – 2:00pm
SA: 12:15pm – 1:45pm
QLD: 11:45am – 1:00pm
NT: 11:15am – 12:30pm
WA: 9:45am – 11:00am
Registrations close at 12:00pm AEDT (VIC/NSW/ACT) on the day of the webinar.

WEBINAR - Attract Partners Who Co-Create Value With You Instead of Just Buying Your Sponsorship Packages
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00
Most partnership models fail for one simple reason: the numbers do not match the value.
Our special international guest, Dr Michael Tatonetti, has made it his mission to fix that. Pushing beyond familiar partnership models and expanding how associations think about value, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
Working at the intersection of pricing, value, and association sustainability, Michael helps associations rethink how value is defined, structured, and priced across membership, education, sponsorship, events, and marketing, so partnerships move beyond transactions into genuine alignment.
If your partnership model still relies on tiers, logos, and inclusions, the issue often is not your partners. It is that the value has not been clearly articulated or designed in a way that truly supports your mission. In this webinar, Michael brings a pricing led lens to partnership design, exploring how to build partnerships from the ground up through clarity of purpose, shared goals, co-created value, and year-round integration.
You’ll walk away able to:

Build partnerships rooted in shared purpose, not packages
Align partner goals with your mission in a way that feels authentic
Co-create initiatives that deliver real value for your sector
Replace logo placement with genuine integration and year-round design
Create partnership models that elevate both organisations
Attract partners who want to collaborate, not just buy visibility

If you want partnerships that last, you have to design relationships – not packages.
📅 Date: Wednesday 11 March 2026
🕓 Time: 11.00am – 11.45am AEST | 12.00pm – 12.45pm AEDT | 2.00pm – 2.45pm NZDT
📍 Zoom

NETWORK TRAINING - Sponsorship Workshop Session 1
2026-03-10 13:00 - 14:30

WEBINAR-NSW Duty of Care - Ensuring Volunteer Safety & Wellbeing
2026-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
Explore safety & wellbeing through the National Standards lens and International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY 2026).

Volunteer safety is paramount. This free webinar will focus on fulfilling your organisation’s duty of care and adhering to the National Standards – particularly Standard 6: Volunteer Safety and Wellbeing.
You will explore risk-management strategies, incident-reporting protocols, and ways to create a psychologically safe environment for all volunteers. You’ll also learn how to identify potential hazards, implement preventative measures, and respond effectively to critical incidents.
The session will also cover legal obligations, insurance considerations, and how to foster a culture where volunteers feel empowered to raise concerns without fear.
By prioritising volunteer safety, organisations empower volunteers to contribute confidently and effectively toward achieving the IVY 2026 Sustainable Development Goals, knowing their wellbeing is a top priority.

WEBINAR - Engaging Volunteers: Tips for navigating the legal landscape
2026-03-04 13:00 - 14:00
Volunteers are the lifeblood of the community sector, whether they’re sizzling sausages at the local fair, coordinating vital fundraisers, or providing vision and leadership in the boardroom. Without them, many organisations would be unable to keep the doors open.
Despite this, many organisations aren’t aware of their legal responsibilities when it comes to volunteer management. That’s why we’re hosting this webinar on volunteer management with Maddocks, our preferred legal supplier. Join us as we take a deep dive into volunteer management.

At this webinar you will learn how to:

determine who is a volunteer and when this can become legally unclear
onboard volunteers (e.g. due diligence, documentation and training)
manage volunteers (e.g. managing complaints by and against volunteers; meeting safety obligations)
end the volunteer relationship (e.g. tips for when the arrangement isn’t working out).

This 1-hour webinar will be held live and free on Wednesday 4 March, from 1:00PM to 2:00PM AEDT.

WEBINAR - Working with Emotional Intelligence
2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Understanding yourself and others is a foundational skill for building great relationships, leading, and influencing others. Our current challenges mean we will be leading and interacting in very different ways for the foreseeable future.
This session will focus on increasing your emotional intelligence to equip you to be self-aware and successfully engage with others.
Learning outcomes
Following the program participants will be able to:

Explain the importance of EI in today’s environment
Identify how EI relates to them and how they relate to others
Build on their self-awareness and apply self-management strategies
Be more aware of others and adapt to build better relationships

WEBINAR - What AI Can, Can't and Shouldn't do in NFP Roles
2026-03-03 13:00 - 14:30
Separate AI hype from reality to focus on what AI can genuinely achieve for not-for-profit organisations. Join us to explore AI’s capabilities and limitations, and leave this session understanding where human judgment remains crucial for success.

Will AI replace me in the workplace?

This existential question is a point of reflection (or concern) for many of us. While some celebrate AI’s seemingly limitless potential, some fear how this could potentially displace us in the workplace.

The answer? There is room for both of you and AI. The key is finding the right balance.

Throughout this session, we will revisit common use-cases shared by many not-for-profit organisations through 3 models of human-AI collaboration:

AI as a transactional assistant (meant to fill gaps when they arise)

AI as a companion (you default to AI to assist you in certain segments of your work)

AI as an independent automation (fully handed over to AI)

This webinar covers topics including:

Understanding realistic expectations of AI capabilities.
Identifying areas of NFP work most and least suited to AI.
Recognising the importance of human oversight and context.

SEN WEBINAR - Getting the Most from your SEN Membership
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00
Not sure where to start with your SEN membership, or want a refresher on what’s available to you? This session is designed to walk members through the full range of benefits, programs and opportunities included in your membership, and show you exactly how to access them.
From professional development and networks to events, resources and support, we’ll help you understand what’s on offer and how to make the most of it for you and your team.
Whether you’re new to SEN or simply want to ensure you’re not missing out, this is your chance to maximise the value of your membership.
When – Tuesday 3rd March 2026 – 12pm AEDST
Cost – Free

GRANT-AUS Contemporary Music Touring Program
2026-03-03 08:00 - 17:00
Supports national touring activity undertaken by Australian musicians performing original contemporary music.

The tour must comprise of performances in at least three venues or locations outside of the performer’s hometown. Tours that include regional and remote destinations, or which assist performers residing in regional and remote areas to tour, are a priority for funding.
Performances of original Australian contemporary music can include a wide range of different musical styles.
Eligible touring activity includes:
– Headline tour, support tour, opening slot (or a combination of all three)
– Festival or Biennale appearances
– Commissioned performances.
The tour must comprise of performances in at least three venues or locations outside of the performer’s hometown. Tours that include regional and remote destinations, or which assist performers residing in regional and remote areas to tour, are a priority for funding.
You can apply for between $5,000 and $50,000. The amount you can apply for depends on where you are touring to or from:
– If your itinerary contains only metropolitan performances, you may request up to $15,000
– If your itinerary contains at least one regional or remote performance, you may request up to $25,000
– If you have at least three confirmed remote or very remote locations in your itinerary you may request up to $50,000
– Contemporary Music Touring Program in general supports touring outside of your home state/territory. If you are an artist based in a remote location, proposing an intrastate tour, you can apply for up to $50,000. You must provide a compelling rationale as to why this is appropriate
– If you are an artist based in a remote or very remote location proposing an interstate tour (including metro and/or regional locations), with a minimum of 3 shows, you can apply for up to $50,000. You must provide a compelling rationale as to why this is appropriate.
You may submit a maximum of two applications to each round of CMTP.
You may apply as an individual, on behalf of a group, or as an organisation, to tour live music performances within Australia.
Touring musicians must be performing original Australian contemporary music. Funding can be provided to performers, managers, agents, and music networks on behalf of professionals working in the Australian music industry. Applications must contain one tour only.
You may apply for all costs associated with completing your touring activity. Eligible costs include but are not limited to:
– Artist and creative worker fees
– Agent / manager fees
– Flights, accommodation, per diems, ground transport costs
– Insurance
– Freight or baggage costs
– Childcare, carer and access costs
– Costs associated with reducing the environmental impact of your activity.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NSW Playing Australia Project Investment
2026-03-03 08:00 - 17:00
Supports organisations to undertake performing arts tours to reach regional and remote communities across Australia.

The program supports costs associated with touring to regional and remote areas of Australia. There is no limit on the amount that can be requested. Touring activity must be confirmed prior to seeking investment through this category.
Who can apply
– Legally constituted organisations only may apply.
Creative Australia acknowledges that flexibility is required when touring and supports a variety of touring models. Applicants may seek investment for alternative touring models that:
– Propose activity such as residency models with live performance outcomes or concept touring
– Present a tour that includes significant and targeted community engagement
– Present an annual touring program for single or multiple works
– Propose a digital tour.
You can apply for support towards:
– A tour that has a confirmed itinerary
– Payment of fees and salaries for artists and touring party
– Costs associated with remounting or rehearsing a work
– Production costs associated with touring the work or delivering the activity
– Touring costs including freight, transport, accommodation and travel allowances
– Tour co-ordination
– Costs associated with reducing the environmental impact of your tour
– Costs associated with supporting the wellbeing of the touring company.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

SEN Award Entries Open
2026-03-02 08:00 - 17:00
Details to come!

GRANT-AUS On The Water Awesome Foundation Chapter
2026-02-28 08:00 - 17:00
Offers monthly $1000 grants to water-focused projects that add awesome to the world.

Does your project bring creativity, culture, and inclusion to the water? Does it help us think about the water in a new way? Does it expand boundaries and build relationships with the water? We want to support your awesome idea!
Tips for applying:
– Use your first sentence to tell us what you’re making. (You can explain in more detail later.)
– Tell us where you’re located
– Be brief
– Be specific
– Tell us how your project relates to water and who will benefit.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Managing Challenging Conversations
2026-02-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
Maintaining your composure and effectively working through problems and challenges with others is a vital skill. In our current environment many are experiencing stress, hardship and may at times exhibit challenging behaviour. We are now more likely to be dealing with this in a hybrid working environment which requires a whole new skill set.
This session will aim to build your toolkit and prepare to effectively navigate these situations towards a positive outcome for both parties.
Learning outcomes
Following the program participants will be able to:

Appreciate the dangers of avoiding difficult conversations and the benefits of handling situations early.
Prepare and plan for having difficult conversations.
Identify their approach and mindset.
Apply the listening and communication skills required while engaging in these conversations.

GRANT-SA Multicultural Community Fund
2026-02-27 08:00 - 17:00
Helps expand and improve infrastructure to support South Australia’s multicultural communities.

The fund aims to create accessible, inclusive and welcoming community facilities across South Australia, where people can connect and celebrate culture.
Funding will prioritise those most in need of support to build and strengthen their community connections.
Fund Objectives
– Address gaps and needs in community infrastructure for multicultural groups
– Create inclusive and accessible venues for cultural celebration and connection, and
– Strengthen community capacity and capability to lead, deliver and manage community infrastructure.
Fund Outcomes
– Increased access to community infrastructure
– Greater social interaction from community members of all ages and backgrounds
– Enhanced connection within communities, and
– Enhanced equity, inclusion and cohesion among South Australian communities.
The fund supports projects such as:
– New builds: constructing new facilities
– Upgrades and extensions: major renovations, redevelopments or extensions to existing community facilities
– Outdoor spaces: developing or upgrading owned and secured outdoor community or cultural spaces.
Eligible applicants must have an Australian business number (ABN) and be one of the following:
– A local council
– An incorporated not-for-profit multicultural community organisations
– An Australian public company limited by guarantee, which has a primary purpose of supporting multicultural communities.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Understanding your Not-for-profit's Constitution
2026-02-26 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
Getting to know your organisation’s constitution (or rules) is important for keeping things running smoothly in your not-for-profit. It’s not just about good governance – it’s also a legal requirement for both the organisation and its members follow these rules. But we know that diving into a constitution can feel a bit overwhelming at first. It’s common to find it hard to read or make sense of.
In this webinar, we step you through the key parts of a not-for-profit’s governing document. Using examples and cases, we give you the knowledge and confidence to understand and apply your constitution. We discuss why the governing document is so important and how using it can ensure members have confidence that your not-for-profit is not only compliant, but effective and well-run.

We’ll cover:

What is the legal status of the constitution?
What are the key topics addressed in a not-for-profit’s constitution?
Practical tips for understanding and changing your constitution
Where to find more resources to help in the future

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:
Anyone involved in a not-for-profit organisation who wants to learn more about their constitution or who is thinking about creating or changing a constitution.

WEBINAR - Stop the Stress Cycle with Ninja Level Prioritisation
2026-02-25 09:00 - 09:30 | Online
In just 30 minutes you’ll discover how to reduce stress, gain clarity, and work smarter. Learn practical Ninja strategies to identify and focus on what truly matters and achieve your goals more efficiently.
We will provide actionable insights to help you streamline your tasks and enhance productivity. Don’t miss this opportunity to become a Productivity Ninja with your prioritisation.

GRANT-ACT Multicultural Inclusion Grants
2026-02-24 08:00 - 17:00
Aims to fund projects that celebrate cultural diversity and enhance social cohesion in the ACT.

This grant is for projects and events in the ACT that celebrate:
– Cultural diversity
– Social cohesion.
The grant promotes:
– Community participation
– Cultural diversity
– Inclusion in the ACT.
Who this is for
– This grant is for organisations to celebrate cultural days and events, and multicultural community programs.
What you get
A grant of up to:
– $3,000 for a cultural celebration
– $6,000 for a community program.
Organisations can apply if they:
– Operate in the ACT
– Are a non-government, legally incorporated entity, or supported by an incorporated auspicing organisation
– Are a registered not-for-profit or a charitable organisation
– Have no overdue acquittals
– Have the right insurance to cover your activity.
Your cultural celebration or community program can focus on one or more of the following:
– Enable Canberra’s multicultural communities to celebrate and mark significant cultural days, celebrations and observances
– Promote community inclusion through cross-cultural and inter-faith engagement celebrations, including Harmony Week
– Strengthen community inclusion, social connection and social cohesion through collaborative programs, projects, and activities involving the wider Canberra community
– Support community inclusion and social connection by providing access to programs and services in a culturally appropriate way (e.g. swimming lessons, literacy classes, safety messages, driving lessons, skills development, social groups)
– Raise community awareness of, and respond to racism and discrimination
– Provide accessible services and programs for people from multicultural communities
– Strengthen and promote Canberra as a Welcoming City
– Support an equitable, harmonious, progressive and unified community across the ACT
– Support and build community connection and resilience.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.
