Formalising Partnerships Resource Kit
Council of Social Service of NSW (NCOSS)

The Formalising Partnerships Resource Kit was funded by DoCS and developed by Tim Childs Consulting in partnership with NCOSS. The Kit can be used by small to medium organisations in a workshop context with other organisations, or within their own organisations (e.g. in discussion between Management Committee and staff) to resource a step by step planning process to form a partnership. The format is such that it can be updated and added to and can be used by NGOs on an ongoing basis.

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Source: NCOSS

Social Inclusion Agenda: call for comment on national compact
Department of Families, Housing, Community Services & Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA)

The Social Inclusion Agenda is a whole-of-government approach to addressing disadvantage and reducing social exclusion by building capacity in communities and disadvantaged groups. The agenda recognises the critical role the not-for-profit sector plays in delivering services, advising and developing social policy, and advocating on behalf of marginalised groups. A strong relationship between the government and the sector will be crucial to the success of the agenda and related reforms. The Department is now calling for comment on the development of a national compact between the Australian Government and the not-for-profit sector. Comments are due by COB 17 September 2008.

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Source: FaHCSIA

Yulunga: Traditional Indigenous Games
Australian Sports Commission

Yulunga is a new online activity resource of over 100 traditional Indigenous games created to provide all Australians with an opportunity to learn about, appreciate and experience aspects of Indigenous culture. Suitable for children and adults of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, Yulunga can be used in schools around Australia as an educational resource and as a guide to inclusive, structured sport within communities. Click here for more information and to download resource.

Source: Australian Sports Commission

New book demystifies the role of women in Islam
Muslim Women's National Network Australia (MWNNA)

The book titled Did you Know? Refuting rigid interpretations concerning the position of women in Islam, and Muslims' interactions with non-Muslims was researched and developed by the Muslim Women's National Network of Australia. It will be widely distributed to schools, universities, public libraries, migrant resource centres, government departments and federal, state and local politicians. For more information and to order, contact Muslim Women's National Network Australia (MWNNA), email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Sources: MWNNA & DIAC