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Australia Working Group
The Australian Working Group was established as a direct outcome of the Australia Regional Dialogue held in September 2022, following the inclusion of the first Australian member in 2019. This group was formed at the request of First Nations Leaders and facilitated by the appointment of a Regional Manager in Australia.The Working Group serves as a platform to deepen connections between the philanthropic sector and Indigenous communities in Australia, aiming to support and advance Indigenous Philanthropy while promoting collaborative growth within the Australian philanthropic landscape.
Why It Matters
The establishment of the Australian Working Group within IFIP holds significant importance in nurturing deeper connections with the philanthropic sector and Indigenous communities in Australia. Through this initiative, IFIP aims to address the unique needs and challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples in Australia, facilitating collaboration and cooperation among Australian members, funders, and First Nations organizations. By amplifying Indigenous voices and promoting diversity and inclusion within its governance structure, IFIP demonstrates its commitment to advancing Indigenous Philanthropy and supporting the empowerment of Indigenous communities in Australia.
What we are doing
The introduction of the first Australian member to the IFIP philanthropic community in 2019 marked a momentous occasion that led to subsequent partnerships with Australian funders and First Nations organizations. IFIP hosted its first Australia Regional Dialogue held in September 2022, at the request of First Nations Leaders followed by a second Australia Dialogue in May 2024. The addition of an Australian First Nations representative to IFIP’s Board of Directors in October 2023 further highlights IFIP's commitment to geographic representation of Indigenous leaders in philanthropy and inclusion if Indigenous people in its board.
These actions demonstrate IFIP's unwavering dedication to fostering deeper connections with both the philanthropic sector and Indigenous communities in Australia. Through these initiatives, IFIP aims to support an increasing number of Australian members in their exploration and advancement of Indigenous Philanthropy, encouraging collaborative growth and cooperation within the Australian philanthropic landscape.
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