Date: Tuesday, 4 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Dominic Cudmore, Principal Lawyer, Governology
This webinar provides Not-for-Profit (NFP) organisations, including charities, with a comprehensive guide to managing privacy obligations under Australian law.
Date: Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: John Peacock AM, Chief Executive Officer, Associations Forum
Whether an international association is a federation with up to 200 national bodies as members or is a direct membership organisation with potentially 100,000+ members, being global presents its own opportunities and challenges.
Date: Thursday, 13 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum and Kathy Nguyen, Senior Lawyer, Governology
The foundation of good governance lies in a well-structured constitution. However, many organisations find themselves hampered by outdated or overly complex rules that can hinder their operations.
Date: Monday, 17 February 2025
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm AEDT
Venue: Wrest Point, 410 Sandy Bay Rd, Hobart 7005 (Riviera Room)
Topic: Keeping the Ship on an even Keel - Navigating Board / Staff Relationships
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Join us for our exclusive TAS Association Meeting in partnership with Wrest Point.
Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm AEDT
Presenter: Tony Gleeson, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Officers of Registered Organisations under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 are required to undertake training on the duties of officers that relate to the financial management of registered organisations or their branches.
Date: Thursday, 20 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Social media is an essential tool when connecting with your association’s members and others in your sector. This workshop is designed specifically to help navigate the challenges of using social media. It will address how associations can use social media to effectively engage members, attract new audiences, and strengthen community ties. Participants will explore strategies for selecting the right platforms, integrating social media into organisational communications, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Date: Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Venue: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets, Southbank QLD 4101
Topic: Leading a Small Association with Big Ideas: Digital Transformation and Future Governance
Presenter: Dean Barnett, Chief Executive Officer, Water Industry Operations Association of Australia
Join us for our exclusive QLD Association Lunch, in partnership with Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Date: Thursday, 27 February 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm AEDT
Venue: Rydges World Square Hotel, 389 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Members are at the core of associations. A healthy membership leads to a vital organisation, yet even strong associations need to keep up-to-date on how to recruit, retain and engage members. This intensive one-day summit is designed to provide practical insights on the membership challenges faced, will explore how to boost member satisfaction and create a member-centric strategy for your association.
Date: Thursday, 6 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm AEDT
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
This workshop will provide practical tips on taking and writing minutes for Board meetings and general meetings.
Date: Tuesday, 11 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Andrew Gosbell, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Whether you are an Executive Officer, General Manager or Chief Executive Officer, if your small or medium association’s Board has delegated management responsibility to you, this Special Interest Group (SIG) may interest you.
Date: Thursday, 13 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Mark Werman, Managing Director, Wentworth Advantage
In this live webinar, Mark Werman will share insights on cultivating employee engagement and offering practical strategies to help associations address today’s challenges which include:
Date: Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Michael Bell, Senior Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
The Finance SIG is an opportunity for Associations Forum members to share ideas, strategies and challenges with their peers in the association sector.
Date: Thursday, 20 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Kathy Nguyen, Senior Lawyer, Governology and Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Disciplining members can be one of the most challenging aspects of running an association or charity. This webinar will provide a legal framework for handling member misconduct, ensuring your processes are fair, transparent, and compliant with your constitution and applicable laws.
Date: Thursday, 27 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Venue: National Convention Centre Canberra, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601 (Torrens/Swan Room)
Topic: In Conversation: Lessons learned in leading National Rural Health Alliance
Join us for our exclusive ACT Association Lunch, in partnership with National Convention Centre Canberra. The conversation explores topics such as strategic collaborations, membership engagement, association transformation, government partnerships, and leveraging international promotional opportunities.
Date: Tuesday, 8 April 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Tony Gleeson, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
With AGM season upon us, attend this workshop to gain practical tips about how to run an effective Annual General Meetings for both in person, online and hybrid settings.
Date: Wednesday, 30 April 2025 - Thursday, 1 May 2025
Time: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm AEST
Venue: CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3000
Associations Forum National Conference is Australia's premier event for associations, charities and the not-for profit sector, with CEOs, senior executives, Board members, and experts leading interactive discussions, sharing knowledge and experiences on a range of key issues and practical matters.
Date: Tuesday, 13 May 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Tammy Ven Dange, Strategic IT Advisor for Associations and NFPs, Roundbox Consulting
Associations are increasingly reliant on technology. Yet, how many Associations think strategically about their IT investments?
Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Undertaking the role of Director (sometimes called Councillor or Committee Member) within an association Board is a considerable yet manageable responsibility. This workshop will look at the legal framework for associations under the Corporations Act, state and territory Associations Incorporation Acts and the ACNC Act, Board roles and responsibilities under the common law and statute, as well as practical tips on the role of being a Director.
Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, 25 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
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