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Menzies Foundation Board Director: Frances Maguire awarded OAM in Queen’s Birthday honours

**Published in Blue Mountains Gazette, written by Jennie Curtain Activism called Frances Maguire at an early age. “As a child I noticed the different way that males and females were treated. I felt that this was an injustice,” she said. The thought remained with her until her young adult years, when, with groups of other […]

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More money, more impact? Not necessarily

Published in Pro Bono Australia – Maggie Coggan | 13 July “Philanthropic capital has the potential to drive catalytic systems change in ways that other money doesn’t” Despite Australia’s top philanthropic organisations doubling the amount they’re giving away over the past five years, the sector faces immense challenges in funding activities that achieve lasting change, new

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MedTech Actuator Menzies Scholarships now open

Are you a researcher in MedTech, BioTech or HealthTech looking to explore entrepreneurship and commercialisation? Do you have a research project with market translation potential? Apply now for 2021 MedTech Actuator Menzies Scholarships! After an outstanding pilot cohort, MedTech Actuator and Menzies Foundation are launching a second call for 2021 MedTech Actuator Menzies Scholarships. Applications are

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Philanthropy: The Continued Journey to Real Impact and Better Practice

Upcoming Webinar, in partnership with Philanthropy Australia – Wednesday 23rd June 2021 Never has there been a more important time for grantmakers and grantseekers to better understand best practice and reflect on how we might do things differently to maximize impact. I am delighted to be joining my colleagues Dr Jodi York, and Kate McKegg

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Six innovative leaders from Victorian government, Catholic and independent schools join the challenge in School Leadership

The 2021 cohort of Menzies School Leader Fellows have been announced. Exploring the leadership question “How might we build a pipeline of school leaders equipped to lead collective efficacy in increasingly complex and challenging contexts?”, the Menzies School Leader Fellowship Program is out to tackle the wicked problem, requiring collective minds to understand what can

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Set up to fail: Australian-first study reveals how science start-ups are suffering from broken system with overwhelming barriers to commercialisation

At a time when pioneering US, UK and European science entrepreneurs are pandemic-proofing the world, Australia’s science start-ups are floundering – with none featuring in the nation’s current top 25 start-up lists. New Menzies Foundation research released today reveals how Australia’s fractured approach to supporting science start-ups is stopping new discoveries reaching market and potentially

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How Not-For-Profits Can Secure Their Financial Future in the Wake of COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has exposed the shaky financial foundations of the not-for-profit (NFP) sector. But there is a way to create a more sustainable future, according to Menzies Foundation director Harvey Kalman. The not-for-profit sector supports individuals, fosters communities, and champions Australia’s democratic society. But without a laser-like focus on finances, this crucial work isn’t

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Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia honours Menzies Foundation CEO, Liz Gillies

2020 will likely go down in the history books as “The Covid-19 Year”. The significant impact of this pandemic has been felt far and wide and will continue to influence life for years to come. The need for strong leadership in times of uncertainty is vital, with this global pandemic requiring leaders across all sectors

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Inaugural 2021 MedTech Actuator Menzies Scholarships announced.

Photo Credit:https://mattirwin.com Ten high-potential health, medical and biotechnology researchers have been selected to each receive a 2021 MedTech Actuator Menzies Scholarship – supporting them to develop a career that fuses science, research, and entrepreneurship. The researchers and scientists are about to embark on a 3-month scholarship, where they will gain knowledge from leading industry experts,

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Fellowship program to reform school leadership – Applications open!

As published in Education Matters – February 2021 Fellowships will be awarded to five innovative principals and assistant principals from Victorian government, Catholic and independent schools. The fellowships are being delivered by the Menzies Foundation together with a multi-sector collaboration group, including the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). Following a successful pilot fellowship program,

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Natasha Eskinja

Digital Communications Coordinator

Natasha is driven by a profound passion for both creativity and analytics, a synergy that fosters authentic storytelling in the digital realm with both innovation and integrity. 

Throughout her career, she has consistently integrated the overarching marketing and communications narrative with the emotional connections of audiences. She is currently pursuing a Certificate in Society and the Individual from Flinders University, furthering her exploration of human behaviour and the critical importance of connectedness between organisations, individuals, and communities.