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Xavier Smerdon

Journalist
Organisation: Pro Bono Australia
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Xavier Smerdon is a journalist specialising in the Not for Profit sector. He writes breaking and investigative news articles.

Articles:

A Whacking Stick is Not Enough to Get Young People into Work

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Xavier Smerdon, Thursday, 26th March 2015 -  It’s time for a serious discussion between Governments, business, Not for Profits, educators, the community and young people about creating more jobs and supportive, realistic pathways to achieving them, writes researchers from the Centre for Social Impact in this article first published in The Conversation.

The Dawning of the Age of Disruption

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Xavier Smerdon, Thursday, 26th March 2015 -  Once understood, the threat of disruptive technological change can be turned into a huge competitive advantage. Even resource-starved Not for Profits organisations can ride the wave, writes Tania de Jong AM as she reflects on this week’s Creative Innovation 2015 Conference.

Benchmarking Operational Resources of Trusts & Foundations

Xavier Smerdon, Thursday, 26th March 2015 -  Philanthropy Australia has commissioned a landmark project to benchmark the operational resources of Trusts and Foundations across Australia and New Zealand.

Six Questions To Ask Sponsors Before Sending Out Your Proposal

Hot Topic

Xavier Smerdon, Thursday, 26th March 2015 -  Looking for a sponsorship or partnership arrangement in 2015? Then take the time to get to know what that company wants before delivering your next Not for Profit proposal, writes sponsorship expert Abby Clemence.

Migration Amendment ‘Stacks the Odds’ Against Vulnerable

Xavier Smerdon, Thursday, 26th March 2015 -  The Refugee Council of Australia claims the passing of the Migration Amendment Bill 2014 will further stack the odds against vulnerable people seeking Australia’s protection.

Catholic Church Recommendation on Sexual Abuse Payments

Xavier Smerdon, Tuesday, 24th March 2015 -  Generous financial payments, ongoing care and support and a meaningful apology should be key elements of a national child sexual abuse redress scheme according to the Catholic Church submission to the Royal Commission.

Mental Health Programs Under Threat

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Xavier Smerdon, Tuesday, 24th March 2015 -  Australia’s mental health Not for Profits have sent an open letter to the Prime Minister and the Health Minister urging them to end the uncertainty around Federal funding for hundreds of contracts that have not been guaranteed after June 30.

Foreign Aid in the Spotlight

Xavier Smerdon, Tuesday, 24th March 2015 -  Australia’s Foreign Aid Department is set for a shake up with Foreign Minister Julie Bishop launching an initiative she claims will revolutionise the delivery and effectiveness of aid.

Gap in Rich and Poor Schools Growing

Xavier Smerdon, Tuesday, 24th March 2015 -  Victorian students and their parents are abandoning disadvantaged schools, causing them to fall further behind more affluent schools, a new report has found.

A Stroke of Change

Changemaker

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 23rd March 2015 -  Former Olympic champion, Michael Klim, has spent the last decade helping the families of children with neurological conditions through his support of Not for Profit Brainwave. Klim is this week’s Changemaker.

Federal Budget Looking Grim For Young Jobseekers

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 23rd March 2015 -  Australia’s peak welfare body has called on the Federal Opposition and crossbenchers to vote against Abbott Government proposals it says will deprive young people of any income support for six months of each year.

Plan to Boost Indigenous Jobs

Xavier Smerdon, Monday, 23rd March 2015 -  The Federal Government has unveiled two new reforms it claims will significantly increase the development and growth of Indigenous businesses and employment.
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