The Australian Science Media Centre (AusSMC) is a vital lifeline for evidence in a world increasingly awash with misinformation and has been on the front-line in this critical space since 2005. Our vision is for a better-informed, more resilient nation, where knowledge guides action on issues like health, climate, energy and the environment.

As an independent, trusted source of science, the AusSMC links journalists with expert insights, helping Australians access the facts they need to make informed decisions. We also run Scimex – the breaking science news portal for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific and we are connected to an international network of Science Media Centres in 9 countries. Other major projects include our Indigenous Media Mentoring Program that promotes the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scientists and researchers in the media and, the Collaborative Journalist Program that brings experts and journalists together to work side-by-side on topics of critical importance to Australia.

Support is crucial to enable these projects to continue as well as to enable the AusSMC to carry out its mission to combat false and misleading information, provide clarity in times of crisis and confusion, and empower every Australian with accurate information.

Arts Impact Society creates and facilitates artistic projects, spaces, and experiences that celebrate living culture, foster solidarity, and resist the forces of colonialism that continue to threaten communities worldwide.

Our work sits at the intersection of art and activism: through creative media and artistic expression, we advance political advocacy, build solidarity by uplifting marginalised voices, and generate public awareness that challenges dominant narratives.

Our organisation is auspiced by Our Race Community Limited.

The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) is a not-for-profit organisation with a vision for an Australia free from alcohol harms, where communities are healthy and well, and where laws, policies and programs are fair, equitable and just.

We work collaboratively to build the capacity of people wanting to create change, raise community awareness of alcohol harms, advocate for policy change aimed at preventing alcohol-related harms and increase accountability of companies that fuel harm.

Working with local communities, people with lived experience of alcohol harm, values-aligned organisations, health professionals, researchers and governments across the nation, we are improving the health and wellbeing of everyone in Australia.

Per Capita is an independent public policy think tank. We work to build a new vision for Australia based on fairness, shared prosperity and social justice.

Per Capita’s research and policy prescriptions are rigorous, evidence-based and long-term in outlook. All our publications and activities are intended to deepen political, social and economic democracy, and we are focused on challenges for the next generations rather than the next election cycle.

Per Capita undertakes research and develops policy recommendations in a number of focus areas, including: ageing, responsible technology, equitable housing, progressive economics, gender equity, education, post carbon economy, workers rights and social innovation.

The fight for a safe climate, fair energy transition and protection of biodiversity needs individuals and organisations with evidence-driven approaches on how to win change. The Smarter Action project aims to make the Australian climate and nature movements smarter and stronger. The project builds movement capacity for research and impact evaluation, and supports ongoing learning and innovation by making research insights available and accessible to all.

The project will have many benefits:
* Individuals will increase their skill levels in research and impact evaluation
* Organisations will be more able to assess their impact and tell the stories of their campaigns, leading to increased engagement and effectiveness over time
* Funders will get a better sense of the impact of their donations, enabling them to choose interventions that will make the most difference
* More strategic and evidence-based action, leading to more wins to address the climate crisis and biodiversity crisis

“I can’t overstate how useful and important the Commons is when it comes to building the capacity of those of us fighting for a just world. From comprehensive resources to expert advice, the Commons is making an enormous impact, and is my go-to recommendation to anyone needing help, resources or inspiration for their next campaign.” – Justin Whelan, Senior Campaign Manager, RE-Alliance

LINA (Local & Independent News Association) is a not-for-profit industry body to support a growing movement of local and independent digital news publishers across Australia.

LINA aims to strengthen public interest journalism by ensuring communities have access to independent, original, and high-quality news. It provides capacity-building support through resources, training, shared services, and one-on-one assistance, helping small publishers achieve economies of scale. LINA also works to improve the financial sustainability of member newsrooms by offering revenue-generating programs and advocating for policy changes that benefit independent media.

LINA currently supports 167 newsrooms that reach over 10 million people monthly and produce more than 2,500 public interest stories each week. Since its launch, LINA has contributed to a surge in new newsroom openings and a slowdown in closures, with many members reporting growth in income, staffing, and services. Through advocacy, representation, and practical support, LINA plays a vital role in revitalising Australia’s local news landscape and empowering communities to tell their own stories.