SOCIAL DISTANCING IS A PRIVILEGE

While we all grumble at the inconvenience of self-isolation and social distancing, take a moment to appreciate that we live an affluent country that allows us to isolate. Spare a thought for the multitudes in developing countries who are about to be hit with a tsunami...

NEPALESE OFFER AUSTRALIANS HELP FOR BUSHFIRE CRISIS

I’ve been astounded by messages of support from the people of Nepal. Those in Nepal who have access to email have contacted me asking if there’s anything they can do to help our country following the catastrophic bushfires. Their messages remind me of the...

Hello, I am currently writing this on my flight home from Nepal.

December 2019 Hello, I am currently writing this on my flight home from Nepal. My name is Verity. I am an Australian nursing student and an aspiring doctor. I was privileged enough to receive a scholarship from the Australians for Women’s Health Team (A4WH), to...

HOW CAN YOU TELL IF A CHARITY IS TRUSTWORTHY?

Nine out of ten Australians donate to charities however the majority of donors are unaware of exactly where their money is going. Almost half of donations to some popular charities are spent on fundraising. 89% of Australians are approached by at least one charity...