Pathways Australia is committed to assisting the leaders and staff of Not-For-Profit organisations to develop the skills and gain the knowledge they need to 'make a difference' in their organisations.

Our practical training programs, forums and seminars are designed to meet the specific needs of Not-For-Profit organisations. They are facilitated by people who really understand the Not-For-Profit sector and who are also experts on the topics they present.

Registering for training is easy. Just click on the program of interest to you, download and complete the registration form and either fax or mail it to us with the relevant fee.

Member organisations are able to attend seminars free of charge by using membership vouchers.

2009 NOT-FOR-PROFIT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

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SO, YOU'VE MADE IT TO 'MANAGER'... HOW TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE!
If you're a newly appointed manager or a person with some experience who wants to learn some new techniques, then this intensive one-day seminar is for you! Specially designed for the Not-For-Profit sector, you will be provided with a 'tool-kit' of techniques, hints and tips that will take the stress out of your work and make you a more effective leader!

This is our most popular seminar!

HOW TO GET YOUR SHARE OF THE FUNDING PIE!
Seminar 1: HOW TO RAISE FUNDS FROM PHILANTHROPIC TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS
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Government taxation incentives have resulted in large increases in the number of private, public and corporate philanthropic trusts and foundations. Participants will learn where to obtain information, how to develop relationships with funders and how to most effectively present a funding proposal.

Presenting this seminar will be:
John McLeod, Director of Philanthropy, Goldmann Sachs JB Were Group
Stacey Thomas, National Coordinator, Telstra Foundation
Tim Freely, Public Trustee, Queensland Community Foundation

VIC Wednesday 4 February 2009 from 9.30am to 12noon
Angliss College Code V200A

NSW Tuesday 10 February 2009 from 9.30am to 12noon
Macquarie Graduate School of Management Code N200A

QLD Wednesday 11 February from 9.30am to 12noon
UQ Downtown Conference Centre Code Q200A

Cost: $110 (inc GST)
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Seminar 2: HOW TO DEVELOP PARTNERSHIPS WITH COMPANIES
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Companies now understand that being seen as good ‘corporate citizens’ is good for business. Not only are they increasing cash support to community organisations but also they can provide volunteers, experts, facilities and in-kind contributions… if they are approached in the right way!

Attend this informative seminar and get advice from:
Jill Deering, National Community Manager, Westfield
Sarah Tennant, Community Affairs Manager, GlaxsoSmithKline Australia

VIC Wednesday 4 February 2009 from 1.30pm to 4pm
Angliss College Code V201A

NSW Tuesday 10 February 2009 from 1.30pm to 4pm
Macquarie Graduate School of Management Code N201A

QLD Wednesday 11 February from 1.30pm to 4pm
UQ Downtown Conference Centre Code Q201A

Cost: $110 (inc GST)
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2009 Not-For-Profit Professional Development Series