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Published Jun 2024

Open learning

These are spaces where key learnings are shared through webinars. They are open to all, and guided by themes and topics identified by the sector.

Introduction to open learning

These are spaces where key learnings are shared through webinars. They are open to all to gain insight and ideas for change. We will commission learning experiences on an ongoing basis.

Open learning spaces:

  • Engage diverse sector perspectives including those that are under-represented in the sector.
  • Co-create online knowledge-sharing forums, events and experiences (e.g., learning workshops, story circles, panel discussions, curious conversations, Q&As and other forums).
  • Are open to all to engage, explore and learn.
  • Are guided by key topics and themes identified by the sector.

Global examples

Some global examples of open learning communities include:

Open learning calendar (SEDI funded)

  • Small green sprout emerging from a crack in a grey stone wall, symbolising resilience and growth.

    Lessons from Failure: Shaping Social Enterprises

    12 Feb 202612:30 pm AEDT

    Join a facilitated discussion with a range of leaders from social enterprises reflecting on failures within the social enterprises they’ve been involved in.

    Lessons from Failure: Shaping Social Enterprises
  • Older man and woman standing outside a white house, smiling and drinking from mugs on a sunny day.

    Growing with Purpose

    29 Oct 202512:00 pm AEDT

    Join this engaging and interactive learning event facilitated by Umbo Pty Ltd and explore how they achieved sustainable, mission-led growth while expanding access to essential health services.

    Growing with Purpose
  • White wattle flowers blooming on eucalyptus branches against a blue sky background.

    What does Truth-telling for Social Change Look Like?

    30 Oct 20251:00 pm AEDT

    Join this dynamic discussion, convened by BlakCast in collaboration with John-Paul Janke, Joshua Creamer and Stacey Wyatt. Explore the why, what, and how of centring equity and justice for Country and community in social change.

    What does Truth-telling for Social Change Look Like?
  • Sunset over an Australian outback landscape with red earth, native grasses, and the text “First Nations Affairs” in bold black font.

    First Nations Governance, Finance, Land and the Climate Crisis

    5 Nov 202512:00 pm AEDT

    Join First Nations Affairs for a powerful conversation at the intersection of Country, capital and climate.

    First Nations Governance, Finance, Land and the Climate Crisis
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