Third Sector Women’s Networking Lunch – Melbourne
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens* Check against delivery * I would like to begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of this land – the Kulin nation – and pay…
Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens
Supporting Australia’s volunteers
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe Rudd Government is continuing to deliver on its commitment to support Australia’s volunteers with $21 million worth of one-off grants now available to volunteer…
Senator Stephens addresses Sandhurst leaders conference
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe , Ursula Stephens, today highlighted the important role Catholic education plays in helping instil in young Australians the values of social justice and helping…
Bendigo joins the Golden Gurus community
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSenator Ursula Stephens, today visited the Bendigo Volunteer Resource Centre to welcome them into the Golden Gurus community. Senator Stephens said that Golden Gurus, an…
Catholic Education Sandhurst Gathering of Leaders Conference – Bendigo, Victoria
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens* Check against delivery * I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners, past and present, of the land on which we meet, the Jaara…
Supporting the not-for-profit sector
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe Australian Government today announced the launch date of a new National Compact which aims to strengthen the working relationship between the Government and the…
Bright Future for Australia’s Social Enterprises
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe , Ursula Stephens, today congratulated the School for Social Entrepreneurs inaugural graduating class. The Sydney-based School for Social Entrepreneurs provides professional support and enterprise…
School for Social Entrepreneurs Graduation Ceremony – Surry Hills
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensCHECK AGAINST DELIVERY Acknowledgments The Gadigal people – traditional owners of the land on which we meet Benny Callaghan – CEO, School for Social Entrepreneurs…
Productivity Commission report into the contribution of the not-for-profit sector
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe Rudd Government today welcomed the release of the Productivity Commission’s final report on the Contribution of the Not-for-Profit Sector Report. The Minister for Community…
Golden Gurus Get a $500,000 Kickstart from Productive Ageing Package
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe National Golden Gurus program is set for a $500,000 funding boost to kickstart its important work connecting mature aged volunteers with mentoring opportunities as…
Philanthropy remains strong despite global slowdown
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensAustralia’s major companies have continued to support and invest in our communities despite the tough economic conditions faced in 2009, according to a report released…
Third sector leaders honoured
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSpeaking at today’s Social Inclusion Conference in Melbourne, Senator Stephens recognised the vital role that third sector organisations play in supporting vibrant and inclusive communities.…
Social Inclusion Conference, Melbourne
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens*check against delivery* Acknowledgements The traditional owners of the land on which we meet – the people of the Kulin Nation Our speakers and special…
Funding boost for volunteers and peak body
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensTo meet the growing demand for volunteers the Australian Government is delivering a $250,000 funding boost to train new volunteers and assist in accreditation of…
New equipment for volunteer fire fighters and emergency workers
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe Australian Government is providing nearly $1.5 million worth of grants to support 22,500 volunteer fire-fighting and emergency workers across the country. Of this, New…
Boost for volunteer organisations ahead of International Volunteer Day
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensMore than 6700 community organisations across the country will benefit from $21 million in Australian Government funding for volunteer grants. The Volunteer Grants Program 2009…
Opening of Blacktown Marist Youth Care Head Office
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSenator Ursula Stephens, today opened the new Head Office for Marist Youth Care in Blacktown, New South Wales. Senator Stephens said Marist Youth Care helps…
Opening of Blacktown Marist Youth Care Head Office – Blacktown, NSW
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensAcknowledgments The traditional owners, past and present, of the land on which we meet, the Darug people. Cate Sydes – Chief Executive Officer, Marist Youth…
Social Inclusion Week Commences
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensThe, Senator Ursula Stephens, this evening launched the Macquarie University Social Inclusion Forum, marking the start of Australia’s inaugural Social Inclusion Week. The week gives…
Social Inclusion Week Launch – Sydney
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens*** CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY *** Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the Aboriginal people on whose land we meet today, and pay my respects to…
Speech to the Political Parties and Civil Society Forum
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens* Check against delivery * The Ngunnawal people – traditional owners of this land Mr George Anderson – President and CEO of the Forum of…
Role of government libraries today
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSenator Ursula Stephens, today officially opened the Australian Government Libraries and Information Network (AGLIN) Forum 2009. The forum explored how government libraries can respond to…
Australian Government Libraries Network Forum – Canberra
Speech by Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens* Check against delivery * Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we meet this evening, the Ngunnawal…
Senator Stephens discusses compact with non profit managers
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSenator Ursula Stephens today spoke at the Catholic Social Services Australia Directors’ Forum about the Australian Government’s national compact with the not-for-profit, or Third, Sector.…
Canada Bay – Australia’s most sustainable city
Media Release by Senator the Hon Ursula StephensSenator Ursula Stephens, congratulated the New South Wales city of Canada Bay on winning the Australian Sustainable Cities Award. Senator Stephens announced the winners of…