MEDIA, JOBS & RESOURCES for the COMMON GOOD

Wendy Williams is a journalist specialising in the not-for-profit sector and broader social economy. She has been the editor of Pro Bono News since 2018.

Articles:

The Great Debate: Is Australia Still a Man’s World?

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Wendy Williams, Monday, 6th March 2017 -  Whether Australia is still a man's world in 2017 is set to be the cause of a “raw debate” held in recognition of International Women’s Day.

Building an Ordinary Life

Changemaker

Wendy Williams, Monday, 6th March 2017 -  Matthew Wright is the branch manager of design and inclusion at the National Disability Insurance Agency focusing on co-design. He is this week’s Changemaker.

International Award for JobAccess Service

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Wendy Williams, Friday, 3rd March 2017 -  An Australian scheme that works to remove barriers to employment for people with disability has received international recognition.

Bamboo Ceiling Propped Up by Double Jeopardy

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Wendy Williams, Friday, 3rd March 2017 -  Culturally diverse women are experiencing a “double jeopardy” in ASX leadership, according to a new report which reveals the number of culturally diverse women in the leadership ranks is “extremely low”.

The Sargood Effect – Revolutionising Holidays for People With Disability

Wendy Williams, Wednesday, 1st March 2017 -  Everyone loves a good holiday. But for many people in a wheelchair, going on vacation can often be a very stressful undertaking.

Thousands Call on Govt to Look Beyond Our Borders

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Wendy Williams, Tuesday, 28th February 2017 -  Australia’s aid and development organisations have sent an “undeniable message” to the foreign minister calling on the government to confront challenges beyond our borders.

New Funding Supports Smaller Charities With Big Ideas

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Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th February 2017 -  A new million dollar fund is being opened up to enterprising not for profits worldwide in a bid to help improve the lives of military veterans, young people or women and girls.

Innovative Workforce Fund Open to Anyone

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Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th February 2017 -  A $4 million fund to support projects that identify innovative ways of building and managing the disability workforce under the NDIS is calling for anyone with ideas to apply.

Teamwork Key to a Flexible Workplace

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Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th February 2017 -  Organisations are being encouraged to embrace workplace flexibility at a team level.

Emotional Intelligence Vital in the Workplace

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Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th February 2017 -  Emotional intelligence could be more important than IQ when it comes to success in the workplace, according to new research.

Helping Refugees to Thrive

Changemaker

Wendy Williams, Monday, 27th February 2017 -  Mahir Momand is the founding CEO of Thrive, a new microfinance business aimed at helping refugees in Australia. He is this week’s Changemaker.

A Foundation Born from Friendship

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Wendy Williams, Thursday, 23rd February 2017 -  Friendship, love and passion can change lives, according to McGrath Foundation ambassador and director Tracy Bevan, who delivered the annual Syd Herron Oration in Queensland.
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