Charity & Not-For-Profit Law

Introduction Australian Not-for-Profit (NFP) and charity organisations are increasingly prime targets for cybercriminals, facing a significant cybersecurity vulnerability. This exposure is often due to the sensitive data they manage combined

Introduction For any not-for-profit (NFP) or charity in Australia, understanding the legal landscape of fundraising presents a significant challenge. The current system is a complex patchwork of state and territory

Introduction The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating rapidly within the not-for-profit (NFP) sector, presenting both significant opportunities and considerable ethical risks. While these technologies can enhance efficiency and

Introduction The passage of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Mergers and Acquisitions Reform) Act 2024 (Cth) marks a significant overhaul of Australian merger laws. This legislation introduces a mandatory and suspensory

Introduction For any not-for-profit organisation in Australia, succession planning is a critical component of good governance that ensures leadership continuity and long-term stability. A well-developed plan allows a charity to

Introduction For Australian not-for-profit (NFP) organisations and charities, the decision to remunerate board members introduces a critical layer of public scrutiny. Because these organisations rely so heavily on public trust,

Introduction The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is observing a significant rise in concerns reported by the public, indicating that charities are facing increased scrutiny. As public awareness of

Introduction Volunteers are a vital resource for charities, contributing essential time and energy that makes much of the sector’s work possible. Effective volunteer management, however, extends beyond simple recruitment and

Introduction Leaders in the not-for-profit sector are often optimistic, believing in their mission against the odds. This inherent optimism, while a driving force for good, can inadvertently lead to underestimating

Introduction Meeting annual reporting requirements is a fundamental obligation for every registered charity under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). This key responsibility involves submitting an Annual Information Statement