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Cleaning up the cleaning sector

The cleaning industry has long had a reputation for exploiting workers, as cut-throat competition delivers contracts with profit margins so thin there’s little room to pay cleaners their legal entitlements.

Research joins fight for justice

Please note: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this story contains the details of people who have died, as well as content that may trigger trauma for First Nations people.

Impact toolbox helps smaller charities compete for funding

Measuring and reporting on social impact is increasingly important for not-for-profit organisations (NFPs) that need government and philanthropic funding to help them address inequalities in society. However, it can be a challenge for the smaller charities that make up a large part of Australia’s NFP sector.