Australia! Story Country

The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) invites young and old to celebrate Children’s Book Week from 20 to 26 August 2016. During this time schools, libraries, booksellers, authors, illustrators and children celebrate Australian Children's Literature.

Intercultural innovation: Leveraging multi-cultural thinking

Rather than seeing different cultures in the workforce as a problem, it could be an un-utilised asset under our nose. Frank Wyatt and Lynda Ford explain how the online incubator cultov8 drives intercultural innovation.

Creating a culture where violence against women is no longer excused or joked about

Domestic violence has been brought to the forefront of community consciousness and the silence has been broken.  Yet, many women and their children live in fear, where the real terror that impacts their lives is not an external force but one within the walls of their home. Libby Davies, CEO of White Ribbon Australia, talks about a campaign aiming to stop domestic violence.

“Part time gay”: Bisexual young women putting the “B” in LGBT

Although gay and lesbian issues are coming to be recognised in Australian culture, bisexuality remains largely obscured. Ruby Grant says we need to better understand what safe sex means to young people and how they negotiate this in order to improve approaches to sexual healthcare that is inclusive of sexual difference.

Millennial philanthropists stepping up to the plate for the arts

How can we inspire a young generation of philanthropists to secure the future of Australian arts? Clare Ainsworth Herschell shares ten things she’s learnt as Next Generation Development Manager for the Art Gallery of NSW.

The importance of purpose

We all have a fundamental need for community and purpose. Stephanie Byrne says when young people are connected to networks in the community and engage with a wider sense of belonging and achievement, they become more resilient and can begin to flourish.

Bystander survey: Help to redefine what it truly means to be Australian

Did you know that the most common form of racism in Australia is everyday racism? And it nearly always involves bystanders witnessing it. A research team at CQUniversity is currently recruiting participants to share their experience through an anonymous online journal.

NAIDOC week: A celebration of culture and connection

NAIDOC stands for ‘National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee’. April Long from the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence invites all Australians to join in the celebration of culture and connection.

Celebrate NAIDOC week

It’s NAIDOC week from 3 to 10 July 2016. NAIDOC celebrations are held around Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Kids Giving Back – creating the next generation of generosity

Kids Giving Back provides volunteering opportunities for young people to give back, grow community and develop a strong sense of self. Co-founder Ruth Tofler-Riesel urges us all to help nurture tomorrow’s change-makers and empower them to make a difference.

With courage let us all combine

It’s Refugee Week from 19 to 25 June 2016, where we are invited to celebrate positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society with theatre, music, dance, film and other events all over Australia.

All young people should have a voice

Mission Australia’s Youth Survey is currently open to all Australian young people aged 15 to 19 years. Dr Joann Fildes says we need to encourage young people to speak up and really listen to their views.