ImpactInstitute

ImpactInstitute ImpactInstitute is an impact advisory firm.

We offer purpose-driven advisory, storytelling and events services to help commercial and social sector organisations across Australia create measurable impact with stories that matter.

What happens when employers, support services and people with disability come together with a shared goal? The answer is...
14/09/2026

What happens when employers, support services and people with disability come together with a shared goal?

The answer is captured in the newly release evaluation report of the WorkAbility Expos Program.

Through WorkAbility Expos, people with disability, including those with high support needs, gained greater understanding of employment pathways, connected directly with inclusive employers, and accessed information about the supports available to help them succeed.

The results were clear:
✔ Participants expanded their knowledge of employment pathways and available supports
✔ Connections with employers created new opportunities for future employment
✔ Workshops increased confidence and readiness to pursue work goals

The report demonstrates that when employers embrace inclusive hiring and people have access to the right information, support and networks, it leads to a more inclusive workforce.

Read the report: https://www.impactinstitute.com.au/workability-expos-evaluation/

WorkAbility Expos were delivered and evaluated by ImpactInstitute and funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services (DSS).

Building on our work with NextSense to develop and implement its impact framework, we recently delivered an Impact Commu...
04/09/2026

Building on our work with NextSense to develop and implement its impact framework, we recently delivered an Impact Communications for Fundraising workshop, exploring how stories, data and evidence can strengthen donor engagement while maintaining trust and credibility.

As expectations around transparency continue to grow, organisations are placing greater focus on how they communicate outcomes to donors, funders and stakeholders.

Talk to us about impact communications and fundraising storytelling today.

Two weeks ago, ImpactInstitute's Kirsten Bables supported the delivery of the 2026 National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA)...
25/08/2026

Two weeks ago, ImpactInstitute's Kirsten Bables supported the delivery of the 2026 National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) National Congress in Victoria's City of Hume, bringing together local government leaders, industry, researchers and policymakers focused on shaping Australia's fastest-growing communities.

The Congress explored some of the nation's most pressing challenges and opportunities, including housing, jobs, infrastructure, industrial growth, data centres and community connectivity.

Delegates also toured key city of Hume and Casey destinations, including CSL Behring, Dulux, URBNSURF and Bunjil Place, gaining first-hand insight into the industries and investments driving regional growth.

Our work with NGAA spans event delivery, content development and media engagement. Being part of Congress gave our team the chance to hear directly from local government leaders, industry representatives and policymakers about the opportunities and challenges shaping growth areas across Australia.

Those insights feed directly into sharper communications and stronger stories about the people, projects and partnerships creating thriving communities.

16 syndicated News Corp articles with 1.7 million Australians reached. In a highly competitive education media landscap...
14/08/2026

16 syndicated News Corp articles with 1.7 million Australians reached.

In a highly competitive education media landscape, we helped Australian Christian College (ACC) turn a last-minute media opportunity into national coverage.

Moving quickly during the school holidays, we secured commentary from Australian Christian College - Marsden Park's Head of Technology, Ron Raj, who was the only school spokesperson featured in the story on Australia's STEM workforce shortage. Ron highlighted how hands-on learning is helping inspire the next generation of STEM talent.

Go team! 👏

Interested in elevating your organisation's thought leadership and securing media opportunities that matter? Get in touch to learn how our PR team helps organisations connect with audiences through impactful storytelling.

Recently, our Events and Brand Storytelling teams worked together to spotlight Rachael Leahcar, the ambassador for our A...
30/07/2026

Recently, our Events and Brand Storytelling teams worked together to spotlight Rachael Leahcar, the ambassador for our Adelaide Disability & WorkAbility Expo.

The goal: to drive registrations and raise awareness for an event that connects people living with disability with service providers, support networks, and community representatives like Rachael.

As with previous Expos, our Brand Storytelling team took a localised PR approach to raising awareness of the event, securing 5 radio interviews in the Adelaide region, including one with Expo exhibitor Vision Australia Radio.

Together, they achieved a total PR reach of 397,200 Australians and an incredible turnout for the event.

The project was part of ongoing communications for the country’s largest series of disability expos, which support hundreds of thousands of people living with disability, their carers and the broader community.

Long-term synergy at its best. Go team!

Do you work in the disability sector and want to connect with the community in more meaningful ways? Then reach out to find out more about our national Disability Expo series and experience in communicating with this community on behalf of brands.

FIVEAA
Festival City on Radio Adelaide
ABC Adelaide
The Cindy and Daz Show
South Aussie with Cosi

And that’s a wrap for our amazing interns, Maggie Nevins and Clare Cooper! 🎉 On Thursday, we celebrated their time with ...
24/07/2026

And that’s a wrap for our amazing interns, Maggie Nevins and Clare Cooper! 🎉

On Thursday, we celebrated their time with us over lunch and reflected on everything they’ve achieved.

Through the IES Abroad program, Maggie and Clare travelled from the US to spend two months with our team, building their skills across marketing, media and events while gaining hands-on experience in the social impact sector.

From helping keep communications on track for the Social Impact Summit to supporting client engagement, conducting vox pop interviews, contributing to website development and creating social content, they’ve made a real impact in a short time.

Their creativity, diligence and attention to detail have been a huge asset to the team. We’re grateful for everything they’ve contributed and can’t wait to see what they do next. 👏✨

The second day of the Social Impact Summit opened with a room full of leaders finding clarity through an unexpected tool...
17/07/2026

The second day of the Social Impact Summit opened with a room full of leaders finding clarity through an unexpected tool: Play-Doh.

Guided by Dr Renu Burr's 3D modelling process, participants explored the systems they work within and the role they play in creating change. Working in small groups organised around different zones of impact, they built, reshaped and reflected on their models to unpack challenges, surface new perspectives and imagine different ways forward.

One message resonated throughout the session: in complex systems, certainty isn't possible. Clarity is. It's about being willing to rethink familiar models, trust the process and take ownership of the change you want to create.

If you were in the room, what was the biggest insight or shift in perspective you took away from the session?

Did you see us floating around Social Impact Summit with our “Ask Me” lanyards? A huge thanks to our incredible team for...
07/07/2026

Did you see us floating around Social Impact Summit with our “Ask Me” lanyards?

A huge thanks to our incredible team for making the event possible. From managing registrations to capturing interviews and socials content, to fixing technical issues, delivering masterclasses, and connecting with attendees, we all played a part in bringing the Summit to life.

A special thank you to our volunteers, whose enthusiasm, professionalism, and willingness to jump in wherever needed made it a welcoming and seamless experience for everyone.

We are incredibly proud of what we achieved together and grateful to everyone who helped make such a success.

For more from our team, including our upcoming ImpactLab Masterclasses and My Future, My Choice Disability Expos, visit our website: https://www.impactinstitute.com.au/

Looking back often brings the clarity we don't have in the moment.As Social Impact Summit 2026 came to a close, our fina...
03/07/2026

Looking back often brings the clarity we don't have in the moment.

As Social Impact Summit 2026 came to a close, our final keynote invited us to reflect on the value of hindsight. It is about being honest about the decisions that did not go to plan, recognising what we have learned, and understanding how those lessons shape better outcomes for the future.

Over the past two days, we've heard diverse perspectives from across the social impact sector, including practitioners, funders, researchers, youth advocates, and regional leaders. These conversations reinforced that, while there is still much more to do, the work happening across the sector is making a real difference.

The interactive discussions and Q&As challenged assumptions, encouraged reflection, and offered valuable insights into the different priorities each of us bring. They also served as an important reminder that meaningful impact is created not by one organisation or sector alone, but through collaboration, shared learning, and a willingness to listen.

As we look back on Summit, one thing is clear: these conversations aren't over. Together, our work continues.

Many thanks to our speakers, facilitators, friends and supporters, including our team and these organisations:

Our Sponsors: Institute of Community Directors Australia • GPEx Australia • Beyond Bank Australia • Strategic Grants • Seer Data & Analytics • ACRE - Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship • Co.Design4All • Centre for Collective Leadership • Think Impact • Minderoo Foundation • EthicAi • National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) • Scentre Group (Owner of Westfield destinations in Aus and NZ)

Our Program Partners: Social Value Collective • Business For Good Network (BFGN) • Centre for Social Impact • Fundraising Institute Australasia • Impact Boom • Sefa • SIMNA • Social Traders • UTS Centre for Social Justice & Inclusion • Talent Nation

Throughout Day 1 of , one message stood out: lasting change happens when collaboration, trust and purpose come first.Ac...
03/07/2026

Throughout Day 1 of , one message stood out: lasting change happens when collaboration, trust and purpose come first.

Across three streams, every session explored what it took to create meaningful, lasting social impact. A few standouts:

’Creating the conditions for social innovation’ explored how social innovation thrives when organisations are supported with the right resources, partnerships and environments to turn ideas into action.

In ‘Youth co-design in action’ we heard how genuine youth co-design creates stronger pathways by working with young people, not just for them.

'The data funders want’ also examined how data becomes far more powerful when it tells a compelling story, builds a shared language with funders, and strengthens relationships built on trust, transparency and alignment.

Thank you to our sponsors and program partners for helping make these conversations possible.

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