This policy document commits the South Australian government to explore and trial ways that build on the start already made in democratic reform. A key initiative will be four 'deliberative democracy projects' where non-government organisations or business will work with the government and the community to consider different policy issues. Additional projects will include a...

This report summarises key findings from field research conducted in Australia from 2012 to 2015. The report is for all those interested in the state of ‘Learning for Purpose’ and how it affects NFP organisations’ success in realising their mission and community objectives.

Based on survey data collected from leaders of 513 organisations, the report provides rich information about sector capacity, sustainability, and engagement with government. It shows the sector's strengths as a collaborative, diverse and feminised industry. It also shows leaders' perspectives on the challenges facing the sector. These include adapting to policy change and meeting social...

Building on the value of Victoria’s community sector goes beyond the sector’s economic contribution. It discusses the value of all Victoria’s community sector organisations, including those operating with registered charitable status and those operating without. The paper also outlines broader aspects of the community sector’s value than just the economic. These include the sector’s unique...

This report provides a thorough analysis of compliance activity that has taken place by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission from December 2012 until December 2014.