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Behind closed doors at last week's Hearts & Minds CEO Lunch, hosted by Business News, Western Australia's most senior not-for-profit leaders delivered a message that can no longer be ignored by government, business or investors.

For 10 years, the Central Park Plunge has been challenging brave community members to abseil 130 metres down Perth's Central Park Tower on St Georges Terrace to raise funds for charity.

After a comprehensive 12-month integration program, two of Australia's leading community service organisations are officially one.

After a comprehensive 12-month integration program, two of Australia's leading community service organisations are officially one.

Hayden had a clear vision of the type of workplace that would allow his strengths to shine, Mandurah RSL was ready to become a more inclusive employer, and MatchWorks made the connection.

Hayden had a clear vision of the type of workplace that would allow his strengths to shine, Mandurah RSL was ready to become a more inclusive employer, and MatchWorks made the connection.

Employment plays a key role in improving the lives of people struggling with mental health, as the stability of a paying job supports recovery and fosters new hope for the future.

Employment plays a key role in improving the lives of people struggling with mental health, as the stability of a paying job supports recovery and fosters new hope for the future.

Chief executives Clare Amies and Ashlee Harrison discuss the business benefits of increasing women in leadership and enhancing workplace diversity.

Chief executives Clare Amies and Ashlee Harrison discuss the business benefits of increasing women in leadership and enhancing workplace diversity.

Almost half of Australians aged 16-85 have experienced a mental health disorder at some point in their lives, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics*.

Almost half of Australians aged 16-85 have experienced a mental health disorder at some point in their lives, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics*.

Perth is at an inflection point to redefine itself as the city eyes a population increase to 3.5 million by 2050, according to the latest Committee for Perth report.

Perth is at an inflection point to redefine itself as the city eyes a population increase to 3.5 million by 2050, according to the latest Committee for Perth report.

Although not-for-profits operate differently to the corporate sector, they still experience the same risks to business and profitability.

Although not-for-profits operate differently to the corporate sector, they still experience the same risks to business and profitability.

The selfless contribution from volunteers is vital for maintaining the wellbeing of customers and clients, supporting large community events, and helping foster the spirit of community connection.

The selfless contribution from volunteers is vital for maintaining the wellbeing of customers and clients, supporting large community events, and helping foster the spirit of community connection.

International Day of People with Disability is about raising awareness internally and externally about the silent barriers people with disability face, and demonstrating that no matter the size, every connection counts.

International Day of People with Disability is about raising awareness internally and externally about the silent barriers people with disability face, and demonstrating that no matter the size, every connection counts.

This year brought on unprecedented financial pressure for families experiencing disadvantage or caring for a child with chronic illness or disability. There are many ways, big and small, you can help families in need this Christmas.

Building genuinely inclusive communities starts with your very own people, according to the chief executive of Activ and genU, Clare Amies.

Building genuinely inclusive communities starts with your very own people, according to the chief executive of Activ and genU, Clare Amies.

There are two big fundraising events happening in Perth this weekend - setting thrill-seekers up for challenges that not only push their boundaries and physical endurance but will ultimately raise vital funds for people in need in the WA community.

Inclusive environments have happier members, greater longevity, and generally perform better, according to the CEO of Activ Foundation.

The WA Government has an action plan to increase representation of people with disability employed in the public sector – a welcomed initiative to improve economic and social participation.

The power of fundraising events reaches far beyond the immediate fundraising and awareness raised.

The Chevron City to Surf for Activ is one of WA's longest-running community events, seeing thousands of people take to the streets to walk, run, or roll every year, while raising much-needed funds for people living with disability.

The financial viability of many WA charities is precarious at best, with a need to rely on government funding and corporate support.

Generous philanthropic donations and social investment can influence lasting social change, making a significant difference that aligns with ESG deliverables and executive interests.

Statistics show that people with disability are more than twice as likely to experience financial stress as those without disability.

The unemployment rate for people with disability is more than double that for people without disability.

There's one aspect of diversity, equity and inclusion in ESG that seems to be an afterthought.

Being personally moved by disability led Michael Heath to the chief executive chair of Activ Foundation.

Not-for-profits need to think differently to attract and retain talent amid skills shortage pressures.

Leading WA charities say the inclusion of people living with disability into open employment is an area that requires more attention.

An internship at Nova 93.7 has Graeme Govan smiling from ear to ear as part of Activ Foundation's Supported Employee program.