• Pay What It Takes: The True Cost of Creating Impact
    2024/11/12

    Are low overheads really the mark of a good charity? In this episode, we dive into the ‘Pay What It Takes’ campaign, a groundbreaking initiative in the not-for-profit sector that’s tackling misconceptions around admin costs and building awareness of the true cost of running effective charities.


    The Smith Family CEO Doug Taylor is joined by two co-founders of the campaign, Jo Taylor, CEO of the Siddle Family Foundation, and Lisa Allan, Head of Fundraising at The Smith Family. Together, they unpack how ‘Pay What It Takes’ is reshaping conversations around charity support. With compelling insights, they reveal why covering core costs – such as staffing, technology, fundraising and impact measurement – is critical for charities to operate safely, deliver on their purpose and drive real, lasting change in our communities.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: Jo Taylor & Lisa Allan, Co-founders, Pay What It Takes

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.



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    22 分
  • Hand In Hand: Building Strong Family Partnerships
    2024/10/29

    In this episode, we discuss the importance of building trusted partnerships with families to support their child’s education.

    The conversation draws on the experiences of Ben Blowers, a Team Leader at The Smith Family, who has worked directly with families on our Learning for Life program over the past five years.

    Ben shares insights into how The Smith Family engages with parents, offering not just financial and program support, but the personal support needed to help children thrive at school. He also touches on the challenges families are facing right now and their resilience in overcoming barriers.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: Ben Blowers, Learning for Life Team Leader, The Smith Family

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    17 分
  • Education Support Changed My Life: James’s Story
    2024/10/15

    In this important episode for Anti-Poverty Week, we meet James Manton, an alumni of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, who shares his deeply personal story of growing up in disadvantage, the impact it had on his education and how the right support at the right time helped him turn his life around.


    James also offers valuable insights into how our society can better support young people experiencing poverty and how he's now giving back as a volunteer mentor to make a difference in another young person's life.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: James Manton, Learning for Life Alumni

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    19 分
  • Digital Poverty: The New Frontier of Disadvantage
    2024/10/01

    In the lead-up to Anti-Poverty Week, this conversation explores what poverty looks like in modern Australia and how digital poverty is leaving young people experiencing disadvantage further behind in education and employment opportunities.

    Caroline McDaid, CEO of WorkVentures, shares insights into what can be done to bridge this digital divide and how organisations are working to ensure every young person has the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.


    Caroline is also the NSW co-chair of Anti-Poverty Week, alongside The Smith Family CEO Doug Taylor.

    Actions you can take this Anti-Poverty Week to help young Australians in need:

    • Support the call to end child poverty in Australia
    • Support The Smith Family’s Digital Learning Essentials program
    • Learn how your organisation can donate technology through WorkVentures


    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: Caroline McDaid, CEO, WorkVentures

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    19 分
  • The Future of Volunteering: Changes and Opportunities
    2024/09/17

    Volunteers play a vital role in shaping our communities, yet volunteering rates in Australia are in decline.


    In this conversation, we hear from Mark Pearce, CEO of Volunteering Australia, about the changing nature of volunteering and efforts to revitalise volunteering for the future.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: Mark Pearce, CEO, Volunteering Australia

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    17 分
  • From School to Success: Completing Year 12 and Beyond
    2024/09/03

    In this special episode, we feature highlights from our recent webinar, exploring how we can collectively support more young Australians to achieve success at school and beyond.


    Currently, one in four young Australians aren't completing year 12 or the equivalent – and the rate is much higher for young people experiencing disadvantage. Yet we know that higher educational attainment is associated with positive social and economic outcomes.


    This episode includes valuable insights from The Smith Family's Head of Research and Advocacy, Anne Hampshire, on our ongoing research into post-school pathways with over 2,000 young Australians, and a personal story from Cindy, a tertiary student on our Learning for Life program, who offers her perspective on what young people need to make a positive transition from school to further study or work.


    Plus, you’ll hear from our panellists, who share their views on ways to address the recent declines in school completion rates and ensure all young people are ready for a fast-changing labour market:


    · Professor Jennifer Westacott AO, Chancellor of Western Sydney University;

    · Christine Cawsey AM, Principal of Rooty Hill High School and a Board member at The Smith Family; and

    · Dr Anthony Mann, Senior Policy Analyst, Directorate for Education and Skills at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).


    You can watch the full webinar here.


    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Audio production: Mylk Media

    GET IN TOUCH

    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    27 分
  • Teachers Transforming Lives: From Classrooms to Communities
    2024/08/20

    This week, we're meeting two award-winning primary school principals who see firsthand the challenges and hopes of young people experiencing disadvantage.


    Alison Forthuber and Rachel Armer have been educators for more than two decades, leaving an indelible footprint on thousands of young people over that time.


    In this conversation, Alison and Rachel share their passion for education, their inspiring approaches to teaching and the importance of community connections to positively impact young lives. They also discuss the challenges facing students and educators today, and what gives them hope for the future.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guests: Alison Forthuber, Principal of Bellambi Public School, and Rachel Armer, Assistant Principal of Warilla North Public School

    Audio production: Mylk Media

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    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    14 分
  • Creating Lasting Impact: The Power of Philanthropy
    2024/08/06

    Philanthropy has been a mainstay of The Smith Family's history, helping to transform the lives of thousands of young Australians through education.


    In this conversation, we welcome Shamal Dass, a renowned expert in philanthropy and social impact, to explore the world of philanthropic giving and how people and organisations can make a meaningful difference in their communities.

    CREDITS

    Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

    Guest: Shamal Dass, Head of Family Advisory and Philanthropic Services, JBWere

    Audio production: Mylk Media

    GET IN TOUCH

    Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

    Connect with us on:

    Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

    Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

    LinkedIn @the-smith-family

    The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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    22 分