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Initiatives

Fellows Program

OzProspect's core initiative is the Fellowship program.  Employing funds from philanthropic foundations and individual donors, we support exceptionally promising individuals working in fields including journalism, economics, sociology, education, law, social work and environmental science.  OzProspect Fellows contribute to the most influential and widely read newspapers and journals in Australia, including The Australian, Australian Financial Review, BRW, The Bulletin, Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and the Herald-Sun, and contribute commentary to AM, PM, Business Sunday and The 7.30 Report. Current Fellows Application guidelines

Earth Policy Centre

OzProspect Fellow Michael Cebon has co-founded a new initiative focusing on tapping the best thinking on environmental policy dilemmas from Australia's university students.  The EPC provides grants to support a wide range of projects. More information at the EPC website. 

Events Program

In partnership with the State Library of Victoria, OzProspect frequently stages lectures, forums and panel discussions on public affairs featuring emerging thinkers and nationally respected commentators. Recent topics have included ‘Is there a Need for an Australian Men’s Movement?’ with Pru Goward, ‘The Contribution of Gen X to Public Life’ with Nicola Roxon and Sophie Panopoulos, and ‘Money and Power in Australian Democracy: The View from the NGO World’ with Tim Costello. More information

Window on Economics Program

In partnership with VCOSS, ACIL Tasman and the Foundation for Young Australians, OzProspect runs a 4 day program on economics for social policy advocates. The program is intended to provide a grounding in the basic concepts and analytical tools of the economics profession. Presenters include leading academic and industry economists. More information

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