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Australia’s school system needs significant reform to ensure all young people reach their full potential. Happy to hear the ACT has signed the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement with the Federal Govt. Four states/territories have now signed. bit.ly/3ZawbBJ

Today, we’re proud to launch the latest report from our Pathways, Engagement, and Transitions (PET) research. It highlights the stories of six young people who finished Year 12 during the COVID-19 pandemic. bit.ly/4g2SaA5

Excited to join Infoxchange’s webinar this Thursday as a guest speaker for the launch of their 2024 Digital Technology in the Not-for-Profit Sector report. Looking forward to sharing insights from The Smith Family. Register to join the webinar: bit.ly/3AUyHCS

That’s a wrap. The final episode of Conversations with The Smith Family is here and we’re ending on a special note chatting to a parent of two students on our Learning for Life program. 🎧 Apple podcasts: apple.co/3CmQDX8 🎧 Spotify: spoti.fi/4fBOLIG

Congratulations to ACOSS and UNSW Sydney Social Policy Research Centre on another high-quality report. The The Smith Family is proud to be a partner of the Poverty and Inequality Partnership. bit.ly/3CQ4HJ2

Estimated 600,000 young people in AU lack any access to crucial educational tools like laptops or desktops. That’s one key finding from the new Australian Youth Digital Index. Digital inclusion is vital for education, skills & future employment. bit.ly/4g8OE78

Research from Whitlam Institute, Centre for Western Sydney & Wester’ly shows more students in Western Sydney (37%) and regional NSW (25%) rely on mobile phones for schoolwork, compared to the rest of Sydney (17%). Without digital tools, students' potential is limited. bit.ly/3OLzbhR

As the job market evolves, post-school qualifications are more crucial than ever. An ACOSS report shows the share of jobs at the lowest two skill levels has dropped - 42% to 38%. It shows why we must level the educational playing field for all students. bit.ly/3Vul3gN

How can students focus at school when they go to bed hungry? How can they succeed without internet to finish homework? Educational inequity isn’t about lack of talent or effort; it’s about systemic barriers. Read our CEO Doug Taylor's thoughts. bit.ly/3ZUfg6D

I’m continually in awe of the young people we've supported. Alexandra, a former The Smith Family student, now volunteers and donates. "I'm not donating because they sponsored me; I’m donating because I really believe in the work that they do." ABC News ab.co/3BsYh1U

Addressing poverty benefits us all, but our safety net is fraying. The promise of a good life - thru education & hard work - no longer holds true for many. Thanks to Learning Creates Australia for the chance to explore education’s role in breaking poverty cycles. bit.ly/3ZUfg6D

I’ve met parents who take their children to shopping centres & libraries to connect to the internet to do homework. Home internet access is essential to young people’s education. Pleased the School Student Broadband Initiative is extended to 2028. nbn® Australia AusGov Media & Tech

I’ve seen firsthand how financial education can change lives, giving people confidence & skills to build a more secure future. That's why it’s great to hear Saver Plus, a free financial literacy program, has Fed Govt funding to continue til 2030. bit.ly/4aRr2Tf

Every day at school is a chance to gain knowledge & skills. Missed days mean lost opportunities – not just for students, but for our future society. Great article by The Smith Family's Dr Kirsten Hancock on falling attendance rates in the Canberra Times. bit.ly/42XN58Q)

Words matter. The way we talk about what it really costs to run not-for-profits and for-purpose organisations must change – the future of our sector depends on it. - Philanthropy Aus bit.ly/3RguAp5

Our education system took a big step toward equity today. QLD is the final state/territory to sign the Better & Fairer Schools Agreement. These long-overdue reforms aim to ensure all students, especially those facing disadvantage, get the support they need to thrive.

Launching season 2 of the Conversations with The Smith Family podcast this Wed. My first guest is business leader, philanthropist & education advocate David Gonski AC. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/42mRfoP Spotify: spoti.fi/3RbQIRy YouTube: bit.ly/3XQwa4Y

It was a privilege to sit down with David Gonski AC for the first episode of our Conversations with The Smith Family podcast for 2025. His insights are thoughtful, generous and grounded in a commitment to equity in education. A great start to our season. bit.ly/4imrjjl

Enjoyed this excellent conversation with Georgie Dent - CEO of The Parenthood - on why every child deserves access to quality early learning. Listen to our podcast to hear about reforms, equity and advocacy for change. 🎧Listen now: bit.ly/4dzoyKs

I’ve long valued psychologist & author Steve Biddulph’s advice on how to raise happy children. It was a privilege to chat with him on our podcast. If you care about the well-being of the next generation, don’t miss this episode. 🎧Listen now: bit.ly/3ZqtrQq