Webinars | ACNC

We hold regular webinars covering topics relevant to registered charities and the wider not-for-profit sector. Our webinars are free and interactive. They are designed to provide charities with information and guidance to help them operate effectively, avoid pitfalls and comply with requirements.

Upcoming webinars

No upcoming webinars.

How to participate in an ACNC webinar

We use third-party software called GoToWebinar. You can participate from your computer or your mobile device (smart phone or tablet).

If you are going to use your phone or tablet to join one of our webinars, you might need to download the free GoToWebinar app, available from all app stores. You can download the GoToWebinar app for Android, Apple or Windows.

To register for a webinar, click the 'Register' link for the webinar you want to join.

You will be taken to the GoToWebinar website to complete the registration - it only takes a minute.

All webinars start at 12pm (Melbourne time) unless specified otherwise. Please note that the dates and sessions listed are subject to change.

Recordings of older ACNC webinars not listed below can be viewed on our YouTube Channel.

Completed webinars

2022

19 October 2022

What you can do to protect your charity from fraud

October 17-21 is Charity Fraud Awareness Week, and our webinar looked at fraud threats that charities may face, and provided plenty of guidance on the ways charities can protect themselves against fraud.

27 September 2022

Gaining and retaining charity registration with the ACNC

Our September webinar explored how the ACNC helps organisations seeking registration as charities, as well as how we work to ensure charities retain their right to registration.

Changes in reporting to the ACNC - key management personnel and related party transactions

Our June webinar looked at further changes that will affect how some charities report to the ACNC. These changes centre on key management personnel remuneration and related party transactions. In the webinar, we looked in detail at what the changes are, when they come into effect, who they affect and what charities can do now to prepare.

Getting the most out of the enhanced ACNC Charity Register

Our May webinar looked at the enhanced ACNC Charity Register - it examined the Register's new features, as well as how charities can get the most out of it.

Protecting young people and vulnerable beneficiaries

Our March webinar looked at the important responsibility that registered charities have to protect young people and vulnerable beneficiaries. In the webinar, we looked at those responsibilities and how they relate to charities' compliance with ACNC Governance Standards and External Conduct Standards. We also examined practical and meaningful ways charities can ensure they are fulfilling their role in this area.

15 February 2022

Changes to charity size and reporting thresholds

Our February webinar examined in detail recently-announced changes to charity size and reporting thresholds which will come into effect in coming months. The changes will soon see thousands of charities re-classified - particularly from medium-sized to small - with their reporting obligations to the ACNC to change so they more appropriately match the size of their operations. Our webinar looked at the changes and what they mean for your charity.

2021

20 October 2021

Protecting your charity against fraud

Our October webinar, staged to coincide with Charity Fraud Awareness Week, looked at the different aspects of charity fraud examined the practical ways a charity can guard against fraud.

15 September 2021

Welcoming new Responsible People to your charity

With many charities holding AGMs and welcoming new board or committee members, our September webinar looked at how to properly induct new Responsible People, as well as emphasising the vital role they have in a charity's governance. The webinar provided practical guidance and tips for successful charity induction programs, and examined ACNC Governance Standard 5 - the Standard which establishes the key duties for Responsible People.

The pandemic: its impact on people, and what we can do

Our August webinar was co-presented with The Xfactor Collective. We looked at research and work from The Xfactor Collective focusing on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on charities and their people. The webinar brought together specialist knowledge to help charities understand these impacts and provided practical and meaningful ways for charity leaders to support the wellbeing of the people involved in their charity.

Financial reporting for charities

Our June webinar concentrated on the financial reporting requirements of Australia's charities. The webinar provided an overview of financial reporting requirements, as well as information on ACNC resources to help charities, on common errors the ACNC sees and on new accounting standards charities need to be aware of.

Feedback, questions or comments?

Please get in touch with us at education@acnc.gov.au to provide any feedback, ask a question or let us know about your webinar experience.