Conversations with The Smith Family

Inequality in Australia has grown and social connection is on the decline. How can governments and charities work together to support young people and strengthen our communities for a better future?

We head to Parliament House for this conversation with The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP, Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities, Treasury and Employment, addressing education reform, the future of volunteering, philanthropic giving and more.

CREDITS

Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

Guest: The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP

Audio production: Mylk Media

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The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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Education is a transformative force, yet the path to higher education isn’t always easy.

In this conversation, we welcome Professor Mark Scott AO, Vice-Chancellor and President of The University of Sydney, to discuss the challenges facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds and initiatives in the university sector to break down these barriers.

CREDITS

Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

Guest: Professor Mark Scott AO

Audio production: Mylk Media

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Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

Connect with us on:

Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

LinkedIn @the-smith-family

The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

School attendance is a complex issue affecting many students and families. Declining attendance levels have been making headlines in Australia and around the world.

In this conversation, education researcher Dr Kirsten Hancock breaks down the latest trends and challenges, emphasising the need for supportive, non-punitive measures. Using both local and international research, she shares practical strategies for improving attendance and highlights how community collaboration and policy changes can help ensure every child has a chance to succeed in their education.

CREDITS

Host: Doug Taylor, CEO, The Smith Family

Guest: Dr Kirsten Hancock, National Manager, Research and Evaluation, The Smith Family

Audio production: Mylk Media

GET IN TOUCH

Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

Connect with us on:

Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

LinkedIn @the-smith-family

The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Conversations with The Smith Family, a new podcast series hosted by Doug Taylor, CEO of The Smith Family. In this series, we delve into initiatives across Australia aimed at empowering young people to transform their futures through education. Each episode brings together diverse voices from the Smith Family community, alongside educators, researchers, philanthropists, business leaders and policymakers. Together, we explore pressing issues impacting young people today and discuss effective strategies to create positive change.

GET IN TOUCH

Learn more about The Smith Family: thesmithfamily.com.au

Connect with us on:

Facebook @TheSmithFamilyAustralia

Instagram @thesmithfamilyaus

LinkedIn @the-smith-family

The Smith Family acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which this podcast is made and their continuing connection to Culture and Country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.