Posts by Nicki chinner
Putting young people at the heart
Core to VFFF’s approach to Backing Young People is the belief in the power of hearing directly from young people on the issues that matter to them. he power of this approach was on display at an event celebrating 25 years of impact of the Foyer movement in Australia.
Read MoreMore Than a Seat at the Table: Reflections from the Youth Advisory Group
As the second iteration of the VFFF Youth Advisory Group (YAG) approaches the end of its two-year term, we have been reflecting on what this commitment to youth voice has enabled. Here, Elise Lane shares her reflections of her time with the YAG.
Read MoreGrowing support for young environmental changemakers
In February, VFFF convened a small roundtable for AEGN members interested in supporting young people to care for the environment.
Read MoreOut and About
The VFFF team loves getting out and about to see our granting partners in action. This quarter, we spent time visiting our partners and attending events focused on supporting young people and regional communities.
Read MoreLatest Grants – March 2026
This quarter, VFFF approved two grants totalling $1,700,000.
Read MoreApplications for Backing the Future 2026 QLD Round – Now Live!
We are now inviting applications for grants of $50,000 from individuals to develop innovative ideas that enhance the lives of young people (aged 12-30) in remote, rural, and regional QLD.
Read MoreOut and About
The VFFF team loves getting out and about to see our granting partners in action. This quarter, we spent time visiting our partners and attending events focused on supporting young people and regional communities.
Read MoreNext Gen Blueprint
Next Gen Blueprint, FRRR’s latest initiative supported by VFFF, is a three-year initiative designed to strengthen community collaboration and elevate youth impact by fostering shared purpose and intergenerational leadership.
Read MoreLatest Grants – November 2025
This quarter, VFFF approved two grants totalling $1,250,000.
Read MoreVFFF Youth Advisory Group – In conversation with Taje Fowler
As part of our regular Youth Advisory Group Q&A series, we are excited to introduce you to Taje Fowler.
Read MoreCelebrating 30 Years of the Vincent Fairfax Fellowship
Thirty years ago, the Vincent Fairfax Fellowship was established to honour the life, work and example of Sir Vincent. To mark the 30-year milestone of the program, Cranlana Centre for Ethical Leadership has published a digital anthology, entitled (at) the intersection.
Read MoreEmbedding Youth Voice: NYSO’s Impact on NAPCAN and Beyond
In 2023, VFFF approved a grant under the Contributing to Society focus area to support National Association for Prevention of Child abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN), in embedding youth voice through the NAPCAN Youth Speak Out (NYSO) initiative.
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