The Australian Centre for Social Innovation (TACSI)

In 2023/2024 we undertook important learning and listening work with future thinkers to better understand how to create a future that’s truly just for everyone. Here’s what we learnt 👇🏼 Learn more about our National Futures Initiative and its mission to empower individuals, communities, and organisations in shaping a socially just future here: https://lnkd.in/gpU9_GFc

A new report from the James Martin Institute for Public Policy has highlighted the importance of putting human relationships at the heart of reform of the out-of-home and child protection system. We’re thrilled to see our Family by Family program cited in this report, specifically called for achieving a 90 percent success rate in improving family life, with a cost-benefit ratio for governments of 1:7. Read the report and findings here: https://lnkd.in/gSqRJzzs Find out more about Family by Family here: https://lnkd.in/g6MKxBZi

Many experts predict that the forces shaping the second quarter of the 21st century – climate change, extremism, and machine intelligence – will accelerate inequality and marginalisation, unless we choose to do something about it. In response, with seed funding from the Paul Ramsay Foundation, we’re starting the National Futures Initiative. The ambition is to create the opportunity and resources for individuals, communities and organisations to explore the future and inform the development of services, policies and systems that will shape it. And the plan is to do this by partnering with like-minded organisations across Australia. Find out more and learn how to get involved: https://lnkd.in/g3miuuAp

Are you our new finance and operations manager? Located in Adelaide, this pivotal role involves collaborating with business leaders and team members across our Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney offices. We’re looking for someone who excels in interpreting and analysing data, and is comfortable providing insights for data-driven decisions and strategic improvements. You’ll lead the End of Month process, oversee daily financial activities, and ensure compliance at every level. If you’re ready to make an impact and drive our operations forward, we want to hear from you! View the full job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/g7krY3pM

Join Aunty in Residence & Cultural Lead Aunty Vickey Charles and Chief Innovation Officer Chris Vanstone for a yarn and scaffolding learning at our popular Allyship at Work online workshop next week.  Described as conversational, open and honest, you’ll leave this workshop inspired to learn more and act. Secure your spot for our October 29 intake here: https://lnkd.in/gNDYfiw3 Also available on demand for organisations. Book now through learn@tacsi.org.au 📧 Pictured: Aunty Vickey Charles

Thanks for sharing our Now-Future-How report Fire to Flourish! This important project builds resilience and grows the power of place based and community-led action in bushfire recovery communities. Read the report below 👇🏼

Did you know that carers contribute over 2.2 billion hours of care annually, or 42 million hours weekly across Australia? At TACSI, we’re proud to recognise National Carers Week, which runs from October 13th to 19th. This week is dedicated to celebrating, supporting and raising awareness for the 3 million Australians who selflessly care for a family member or friend. We’re committed to supporting carers through our Weavers peer support program, which provides a flexible model that can be adapted to various caregiving situations. We consistently work within the peer space across our projects, promoting and informing peer practice. National Carers Week is the perfect time to shine a light on the critical needs of carers and celebrate organisations like Mission Australia Shoalhaven, Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra, and Illawarra Women's Health Centre, who have embedded peer support in their carer services. Carers Australia #ShowThemYouCare #NationalCarersWeek #CarersAustralia

Peer-to-peer solutions play a critical role in bridging the gap between overstretched service systems and declining social capital. That’s why we’ve launched a new eight week course called ‘Developing Peer-to-Peer Responses’ starting on October 15. Learn with Chris Vanstone, Barbara Binns, Danielle Abbott, Martin Ford and Aunty Vickey Charles, all experienced peer-to-peer practitioners. Explore what peer-to-peer work is, why it works, and the roles, practices and routines that can support delivery. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gesWM3QK

Over the last three days, our Adelaide team has been at the National Aboriginal Child Safety and Domestic Violence Summit held on Kaurna Lands. This year's theme, Creating a Space for Change, has inspired innovative approaches to Aboriginal family and domestic violence, as well as child protection across Australia. Speakers shared forward-thinking ideas, culturally safe responses, and best practices aimed at improving outcomes for Aboriginal women, children, men, families, and the wider community. Thank you to KWY Aboriginal Corporation for hosting this inspiring event. #KWYNationalSummit #CreatingaSpaceforChange

👀 Spotted: TACSI program Family By Family mentioned in University of Adelaide's BetterStart Health and Development Research. We continue to be impressed at the data that shows that families choosing their own goals works, and that programs like Family by Family can exist alongside other services to be successful. Thanks for sharing Michael Lenczner!