Student Experience Network

WEBINAR - Working with Emotional Intelligence
2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 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.

GRANT-AUS Australian Community Fundraising Platform
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 - 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.

Applications Open for SEN Mentor Program
2026-02-23 08:00 - 17:00

WEBINAR - NFP Risk Management and Compliance Essentials
2026-02-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Online
Master the key principles of risk management, compliance, and governance resilience in the not-for-profit sector.
This course equips board members and senior leaders with practical strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory, financial, and governance obligations. Learn how to develop and implement risk frameworks, safeguard your organisation’s reputation, and navigate crisis scenarios. You’ll gain insights into the latest legal and compliance requirements, ensuring your NFP meets industry standards and operates effectively.
It’ll cover:

Legal obligations for directors
Risk management frameworks
Cybersecurity for NFPs
Climate related emergencies
Crisis response and reputation management
Climate related emergencies

Key details:
Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026.
This session is not recorded.
Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart, Canberra: 1pm to 4pm
Adelaide: 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Brisbane: 12pm to 3pm
Darwin: 11.30am to 2.30pm
Perth: 10am to 1pm
Location: Online (live broadcast only. No recording is available for this session.)

Price:
Institute of Community Directors Australia members: $185 (inc GST)
Non-member price: $249 (inc GST)

GRANT-AUS NAIDOC Local Grants
2026-02-19 08:00 - 17:00
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.
