Over 100 students and teachers gathered at the State Library of Victoria to attend YiP24 Insights, the final celebratory event to conclude the 2024 Youth in Philanthropy program.
Students from 14 schools worked throughout Term 2 undertaking fundraising, research and grant making activities. Each school committee was tasked with reviewing three applications and making grants allocations with a budget of $10,000.
As part of the event, Fron Jackson-Webb Deputy Editor at The Conversation facilitated the Storytelling for Good discussion about the positive impact storytelling can have on important social issues. Guest panellists included Kirra Hampson from ABC’s Takeover program, Michael Johnston a documentary filmmaker and founder of Momentary, and Uncle Charles Pakana, Elder, educator and founder of Victorian Aboriginal News.
YiP Ambassador Aishah Brockhoff facilitated two further Q&A panels with students sharing and discussing what they have learnt about societal issues, not-for-profit organisations and community philanthropy by participating in YiP.
Students were also presented with participation certificates by the Foundation’s CEO Peter Walton who thanked the students for their contribution and participation in the YiP24 program.
“For over 100 years, the Foundation has been able to channel the individual acts of kindness that seek to address the complex challenges our society has faced over the decades.
“I remain hugely optimistic that humanity can rise to these challenges, partly because of people like you, as young changemakers who care. Your actions and your sense of justice, fairness, and equality is critically important to ensuring future Melbourne is truly liveable for all.”
Image credit: Hynesite Photography
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