Orange the world

From 25 November to 10 December 2016, the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence aim to raise public awareness to bring about change. This year, the UN Secretary-General’s UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign invites you to “Orange the world.”

Early Childhood Education – report released

A recently released report from the GAP Taskforce on Early Childhood Education calls for systemic changes, a stronger evidence base, pilot trials of holistic schemes, alternative procurement strategies, improved governance, better connection between services and the pursuit of stronger parental engagement.

Building 21st century digital government

GovInnovate is running from 14 to 16 November 2016 at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. Open Forum readers can receive 20% off conference passes.

Flying Blind

The Capital Markets Cooperative Research Centre (CMCRC) has released a report titled Flying Blind – Australian consumers and digital health, analysing the collection and use of health data across the Australian health system.

Host a breakfast

This October, the National Breast Cancer Foundation encourages you to come together with friends, family or colleagues for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise funds for breast cancer research.

Mental Health Week

National Mental Health Week from 9 to 15 October 2016 promotes the social and emotional wellbeing of the community and an increased understanding of the issue. Individuals and families are encouraged to boost their health potential and seek help in coping with mental health concerns.

Sleep under the stars

On 7 October 2016 the Stepping Stone House invites you to Sleep Under the Stars at Hickson Reserve underneath the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. This annual event helps raise funds for homeless over 18 years old and at risk youth.

Open Government in Action

26 September to 2 October 2016 is Right to Know Week, brought to you by the Information and Privacy Commission (IPC). Right To Know Day on 28 September is an international annual event to increase awareness of citizen’s rights to access government information and open, transparent government.

You are not alone

September is Dementia Awareness Month. The theme for 2016 is "You are not alone". Wednesday 21 September 2016 is World Alzheimer's Day.

Technology and transformation

The second Annual Digital Disruption for Government 2016 takes place in Sydney 27-28 September with a pre-conference workshop on 26 September.

#HistoryWeek16

It’s History Week from 3 to 11 September 2016. This year’s theme is "Neighbours", and we are invited to acknowledge and celebrate the history of our communities as a crucial part to understanding the past’s impact on the present.

Australia’s ageing workforce

The second Annual National Ageing Workforce Forum takes place from 30 August to 1 September 2016 in Sydney. The focus will be on how to gain strategic advantage through older workers.