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Each for Equal
This International Women's Day, CEO Meredith Scott reflects on the incredible women she’s met who are breaking the cycle of poverty.
Read More"My dreams are my children."
From bus conductor to small business owner, Ujjawala is forging a path out of poverty for her daughters.
Read MoreThe Macro on Micro(finance): Part 2
In this second instalment on Microfinance, Opportunity’s Asia Programs Director, Mark Daniels, explores the changing nature of microfinance and the challenges that lie ahead.
Read MoreThe Macro on Micro(finance): Part 1
Microfinance is a complex humanitarian intervention. Here Mark Daniels, Opportunity International Australia’s Asia Programs Director, explains how it helps those living in poverty.
Read MoreGiving a 'Can Too' attitude to Opportunity
“Philanthropy has given us a whole new dimension to life... It's all about the human connection,” said Annie Crawford, founder of Can Too and long-term supporter of Opportunity.
Read MoreIs ending poverty possible?
In 2018, Opportunity International Australia adopted a new tag line: ‘Don’t fight poverty. End it.’ The line came from a fundraising appeal several years ago, but the idea stuck. It resonated. The…
Read MoreSmall loans, big changes: Changing the stigma of menstrual…
Bebi Devi was married before her first period. Now working as a health leader (known officially as a Community Health Facilitator), Bebi teaches women and girls in local villages about menstrual hygiene…
Read MoreMaking a Flavourful Impact: Meet AYAM
"We believe it’s important that we contribute towards putting an end to poverty.” We love having iconic Asian food brand AYAM™ support our Great Australian Curry campaign. We asked AYAM’s™ Linda…
Read MoreMeet the Gondane Family
Sikander, Sindhu, and their five daughters – Ruchika (26), Ruzail (24), Komal (23), Khushi (17), and Suhani (13). Sindhu and Sikander live with their five daughters in Nagpur, India. They took their…
Read MoreThe Man Who Likes People
In 2019, Dr Timothy Wright will step down as headmaster of the exclusive Shore school, a position he has held since 2003. Something he will step up to is philanthropy, specifically as a council member…
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