Democracy and Climate: Funding at the intersection

Hosted by Australian Communities Foundation
Hosted by Australian Communities Foundation
13 October 2026
Democracy and Climate: Funding at the intersection

The connection between climate and democracy matters more than ever. 

With Australia leading negotiations at this year’s UN climate summit, COP31, public attention is turning to how climate decisions are made here at home – whose voices are heard, and what it takes to turn climate commitments into meaningful action. 

Join us online on Tuesday 13 October for a one-hour conversation on climate and democracy in the Australian context, and how to back progress on both fronts. 

Together, we’ll explore: 

  • Why democracy matters for climate progress 
  • How influence, transparency, and accountability affect climate policy 
  • Insights from organisations leading at the intersection of climate and democracy 
  • Opportunities to strengthen democracy for ambitious climate outcomes 

 We’ll be joined by leaders from Australian Democracy Network, Centre for Public Integrity, and Grata Fund. 

Event Details
Tue 13 October 2026
12–1pm AEDT
📍 Online via Zoom


Register Your Interest

This event is open to Australian Communities Foundation Fundholders and Clients, as well as other funders across the sector.

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