Social Impact in the Regions workshops on Day 2 provide an opportunity to deep dive into conversations raised over the panel sessions of the morning and the prior days. These workshops are held throughout the host community to share the conference’s impact and give delegates a chance to experience different aspects of the region. In Stanthorpe, this meant engaging vineyards over the months leading up to the conference to host conversations in community.
Systems and place-based change
Place-based change is a popular conversation of the moment. But what is it really? How does it work? And how can it apply to your community?
Speakers: Matt Dell, Community Connect Shoal Haven; Renee King, Eula
Location: Twisted Gum Vineyard
Data for social impact
Impact measurement, data, grant writing, business planning – all tools required in the humble changemakers toolkit. Where do you start? This workshop will introduce you to a range of people who provide information, advice and support for regional practitioners. Bring along your best questions and move into action mode.
Speakers: Teresa Bullock-Smith, Remplan; Kristi Mansfield, Seer Data
Location: Bent Road Winery & Distillery
Funding social impact
Grants are not the only way to fund social change. But what else is there and how does it work? Join this workshop to learn more about ESG, philanthropy and community foundations.
Speakers: Sally Hines, Australian Communities Foundation; Joel Johnson, Inland Rail; Paris Brooke, Wilderness Collective
Location: Ballandean Estate Wines
Engaging key stakeholders
Big shift doesn’t happen by accident. It takes great comms, a lot of tenacity and a little bit of magic. But what can you, as a changemaker do to get connected and to not only make, but maintain key networks to drive the change you’d like to create?
Speakers: Lavinia Hutchison, Regionall; Matt Gregg, Department of Trade, Employment and Training
Location: The Church
Creative change
As regions undergo economic and social transition, artists and creative practitioners are playing a growing role in shaping community identity, resilience, and renewal. This workshop draws on real-world case studies to explore how creative industries can drive meaningful change in places navigating significant shifts.
Speakers: Jana Hesketh, QLD Music Festival; Travis De Vries, Awesome Black
Location: Bent Road Winery & Distillery
Sustaining the change
We’ve all seen it – that magic moment when the right stakeholders are around the table, everyone is on the same page about the shift. Resources are flowing and the collaboration is happening. But then, it suddenly disappears. What does it take to sustain change?
Speaker: Natalie Bramble, Your Not-For-Profit Guide>
Location: Clever Kids Vineyard
Impact Investment: Masterclass
Already know a little about impact investing? Join social enterprise OG Tom Dawkins for a masterclass on impact investing. What are the finer details? Might this work for your social impact? What exists beyond traditional grants and how can you get ready for it?
Speaker: Tom Dawkins, Lend for Good
Location: Dear Vincent Vineyard
Delegate feedback
“It was a wonderful space in which to enjoy an interesting discussion regarding place based change. The property owners were very engaged and engaging.”
“It was a fantastic way to experience the local area, and it’s hard to argue with holding a workshop at a winery.”
“I really enjoyed getting out of the ‘four walls’ environment.”
“it was a wonderful balance we got there and got straight to it. we had a nice 15 mins to taste wine, purchase and back on the bus.. it was a good approach.”
“I really learnt so much out of the stakeholder workshop. Being new to the field it made me really think about the importance of engagement and then how to achieve this was really insightful for me.”
“The presenters were knowledgeable and the products themselves appeared impressive, and the practical examples provided were particularly helpful.”
“Was torn on which workshop to attend – so good topics”
“Great to have a starting point which was provided and will explore this.”
