On October 29, a generous audience came together in support of three inspiring organisations striving for human rights and social justice. Together they raised over $124,000 - an incredible outcome! Thank you to those who pitched, pledged and to our event partners, The Reichstein Foundation and AMP for making the event possible.
See photos from the event and watch the pitches.
The Flemington Kensington Community Legal Centre provides services for newly arrived migrants with a focus on policing, discrimination and human rights. Its specific fundraising objective at our TFN event is to address problems that arise from police racial profiling. It intends hosting a series of âKnow your rights/Tell your storyâ workshops to empower young Indigenous people and migrants to share their experience, connect with others and ultimately build the case for policy reforms in Victoria.
www.policeaccountability.org.au
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $38,485
 Read Flemington Kensington Community Legal Centre's Application  Read Flemington Kensington Community Legal Centre's Financials
The Alliance For Gambling Reform is addressing gambling addiction and the impact of poker machines by facilitating community education and outreach across Australia. The Alliance hopes to raise funds for a digital media campaign and community materials, providing vital support and information to the areas of Australia that need it the most. www.pokiesplayyou.org.auÂ
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $41,650
 Read Alliance For Gambling Reform's Application Read Alliance For Gambling Reform's Financials
Human Rights Law Centre protects and promotes human rights in Australia via legal action, advocacy, research and capacity building. The centreâs Indigenous Rights Unit is seeking funding to help remote Western Australian Aboriginal communities facing forced closure to understand their rights and to engage with the WA Government on decisions that will affect their future.
www.hrlc.org.au
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $46,661
 Human Rights Law Centre's Application Human Rights Law Centre's Financials