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🤖 Ready to face the music, or should we say, the machine uprising? Thursday evening's debate is tackling the bold question of whether AI will be the Death Knell for Fundraisers 💀 📅 Thursday Night - April 18th, from5:30 PM - 8:30 PM 📍 Location: Canva, Surry Hills, Sydney 🌟 Hosted By: Fundraising Institute Australia + the always entertaining Ruth Wicks FFIA & Martin Paul Get set for a rollercoaster of a debate: - Step into the dystopian world where AI reigns supreme, and fundraisers are fighting for their existence! - Speakers Laura Edwards, Steve Martin and Tom Duggan CFRE are gearing up to drop bombshells that'll have you on the edge of your seat! - Dive into the Q&A and help us decide who's got the most convincing (or terrifying) argument! Don't be left in the dust! Join us for a night of fiery discussions and maybe a few existential crises. It's not too late RSVP now by emailing training@fia.org.au! *Disclaimer*: Our AI overlords may have had a hand in crafting this post, so they're well aware of our plans. Brace yourselves accordingly!

Brace Yourself: "AI Will Kill Fundraisers" Debate Incoming! 🔥   Some say the Age of AI spells DOOM for fundraisers everywhere! But before you panic, join us for a night of electrifying debates and networking that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew! 💥💼   📅 Event: The Great Fundraising Debate - "AI Will Kill Fundraisers" 🗓️ Date: April 18th 🕒 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM 📍 Location: Canva, Surry Hills, Sydney 🌟 Hosted By: Fundraising Institute Australia & More Strategic Pty Ltd ☑ Register Here! https://lnkd.in/gJWWJ54n   Get ready for an evening filled with jaw-dropping revelations, mind-blowing insights, and maybe even a few existential crises along the way!   📋 What’s on the Agenda? 🤔 Brace for Impact: Two teams, one outrageous claim - "AI Will Kill Fundraisers." Can you handle the truth? 🔍 Prepare to Be Shocked: Dive deep into the dystopian future where AI reigns supreme and fundraisers are on the endangered species list. 🎙️ Speakers will duke it out to convince you of their extreme viewpoints, followed by a chance to catch your breath during a networking break. 💬 Speak Up or Risk Extinction: Engage with the speakers during the Q&A and vote for the most convincing (or terrifying) argument!   🎯 Why Attend? 🔍 Don't Let the Future Sneak Up on You: Get ahead of the curve and discover if the AI apocalypse is closer than you think. 🤝 Connect with Fellow Survivors: Rub elbows with like-minded professionals who refuse to go down without a fight, including Martin Paul, Ruth Wicks FFIA, Laura Edwards, Steve Martin and Tom Duggan CFRE! 🗣️ Sound the Alarm: This is your chance to sound off, challenge the extremes, and maybe even save the future of fundraising as we know it.   Spaces are filling up faster than you can say "AI Overlord" - RSVP now to secure your spot in the front lines of the debate!   Let’s face the future head-on, defy the odds, and prove once and for all that fundraisers are here to stay! 🚀

🌏Exploring the Four Futures of Generosity: What will the future of fundraising look like? We cannot predict what will happen but we can prepare for it.   🔍 We have just published our groundbreaking thought leadership report on how society may evolve and the implications for not-for-profits. Based on extensive research and workshops with diverse audiences from outside the not-for-profit sector it stimulates invaluable conversations about what might be. 🌐What scenarios might unfold if we witness a society of cults, communes, and cliques? How will fundraising adapt if individuals retreat into isolation, mistrusting others and disconnecting from mainstream channels? Could the sway of influential figures lead to a more individualistic approach, driven by the latest trends? And what if society embraces trust and collectivism to a degree where the traditional roles of not-for-profits are challenged?🤔   🔮 Our simple yet comprehensive model explores these possibilities through Four Worlds and 9 lenses, projecting implications for generosity over the next decade.  Inside the report, you'll find: - A curated list of 100 megatrends shaping our future; - 50 axes of uncertainty modeling societal landscapes; - Detailed descriptions of each of the four worlds; - Key indicators to identify emerging scenarios; - Implications for generosity in each world; - Overarching insights for not-for-profits, regardless of the world that emerges; - Research insights on the current and projected perspectives of the Australian public.   🌟 Recently presented at the FIA conference by the always genius Martin Paul and Rod Matthews, these findings sparked engaging discussions, leading to an invitation to host a session at #IFC2024 in October – an exhilarating prospect!   📥 Don't miss out! Download your copy of the report here and reach out if you're eager to delve deeper with your teams - https://lnkd.in/dwphGzwr Let's shape the future of generosity together! 💡

Cancer Council NSW Reunion Reminder Hi to everyone who worked at Cancer Council NSW from 2001 to today - join us at the Shelbourne Hotel, Sussex Street, Thursday 21st May from 6pm https://lnkd.in/gn2kDVfr Cancer Council NSW Please pass on to everyone in your networks Join Marcus Blease, Gillian Batt, Helen Dudgeon Lisa Harrington, Jennifer Biggin, Felicity Reid, Georgina King FFIA ACC, Karen Armstrong, Jakki Travers, FFIA, Laura Edwards, Liz Yeo, Trudi Mitchell and many more.... Come along: Joshua McNeil, Michelle Owen, Briony Beaven, Lorna O'Brien, Jodie Wainwright, Ryan Alexander, Karen Kalpage, Kerren Morris (EMFIA, GAICD), Jenny Crocker, Beverley Brock, Joe Chapman, Andy Moore, Sara Tetu, Andrew Penman, Simon Davie, Jasmine Hooper, Teneale Cameron, Roz Brown, Freddy Sitas, Jo Oakes BA MPH MCAud, Sandra Simm, Mick Darda, John Friedsam, Yvonne Bowyer, Vanessa Toutounji Wright, Elizabeth Marson, Lisa Humphries

13 February | Cost of Living and Giving: What can we expect in 2024? Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Karen Armstrong FFIA and Martin Paul FFIA as they continue vital insights into the ‘cost of living’ crisis and compare 6-monthly research trends, unveiling the findings of the November 2023 research on public attitudes towards giving in Australia. This thought-provoking webinar will provide valuable insights on trust, the economic outlook and regular giving risks. Date: Tuesday 13 February Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm AEDT Location: Online via Zoom Cost: Free for all FIA Members $40 for non-members Registration: https://bit.ly/491omQQ