Updates From the Foundation
FNF calls on government and financial institutions to do more for economic reconciliation
First Nations Foundation (FNF) has urged non-Indigenous financial institutions to help address systemic barriers that prevent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from achieving economic
First Nations Foundation finds $25.2m in super
First Nations Foundation (FNF) has reconnected Indigenous communities with $1.2 million in superannuation in 2023, boosting the overall total of super located to $25.2
First Nations Super Summit unveils five priorities to elevate super standards for First Nations People
The 2024 First Nations Super Summit has set five crucial priorities for the Indigenous Superannuation Working Group to address over the next 12 months, aiming
First Nations Foundation relaunches super summit to improve Indigenous retirement outcomes
First Nations Foundation (FNF), Australia’s only national Indigenous financial education organisation, will unite community and industry to find tangible solutions that aim to improve the
First Nations Economics and First Nations Foundation partner to increase Indigenouswomen in financial services
First Nations Economics and First Nations Foundation, two Indigenous organisations focused on improving economic outcomes for First Nations people, have launched a $120,000 scholarship program
Growing wealth for First Nations clients
The First Nations Foundation seeks financial prosperity for First Nations Australians. When developing their innovative My Money Dream financial education and wellbeing training, which is specifically for
First Nations Foundation Impact Report reveals growing positivity for Indigenous Australians’ financial wellbeing
First Nations Foundation, a Suncorp Group partner, has proudly presented its first Impact Report, revealing the unique and positive impact that the organisation’s training has
First Nations Foundation stands in support of the Voice to parliament.
The board and executive of First Nations Foundation unanimously support the Voice to Parliament in its entirety. The importance of this referendum to Aboriginal and
First Nations Foundation launches new community event series to empower people and families with financial wellbeing
Australia’s leading Indigenous financial literacy organisation, First Nations Foundation, has launched a new, family-friendly community event series to educate and empower Indigenous Australians to take
First Nations Foundation takes on scammers targeting Indigenous Australians
Launching as part of Scams Awareness Week, national Indigenous not-for-profit First Nations Foundation has released five new financial literacy modules focused on scams awareness as
First Nations Foundation launches ‘On Country’ online platform, supporting businesses and community organisations to provide financial wellbeing education and resources for Indigenous employees and clients
First Nations Foundation launches ‘On Country’ online platform, supporting businesses and community organisations to provide financial wellbeing education and resources for Indigenous employees and clients
The superannuation system has changed
The super system is changing for the better—and it affects you as an employer. As of 1 November, an employee’s super account will follow them
Financial Standard: It starts with understanding
The role of First Nations Foundation is to promote financial literacy among Indigenous Australians, and we believe this is the cornerstone for true economic participation
CEO: A reflection on 2021
CEO: A reflection on 2021 This year was all about doubling down on being agile and empathetic in our response to empower the most vulnerable
Q&A: Dr Tracy Westerman AM
Indigenous Psychological Services Dr Tracy Westerman AM, Managing Director 2021 has been a tough year for many, with the long-term impacts of the pandemic and
Carbon Creative: connected through stories
Carbon Creative is a social impact creative agency that works to create game-changing solutions for some of society’s biggest issues. Fifteen years ago, Carbon Creative
Indigenous Business Month Q&A with IBA
The 2021 theme for Indigenous Business Month, “Powering the Indigenous Economy”, called for the Indigenous business sector and its allies to connect and showcase the economic
Why Company Director leads the way in boardroom Indigenous representation
In late September our team at Company Director magazine was surprised to get a LinkedIn shout out from Dan Bourchier GAICD, ABC journalist Radio and
Award-winning platform My Money Dream relaunches to support financial wellbeing for young Indigenous Australians
First Nations Foundation has relaunched its award-winning online financial literacy training program, My Money Dream, to empower Indigenous Australians to take control of their financial
Why we launched the Beyond the Gap podcast
Ahead of Indigenous Business Month, we launched a new podcast – something I’ve wanted to bring to life for a while now. In an evolution
Empowering women to transform communities
Australia for UNHCR’s Leading Women Fund is a perfect example of how empowering women can transform entire communities, just like the dedicated First Nations Foundation
Mental health and the workspace
As Australia’s vaccination rate climbs, Superfriend’s Mark Leopold writes on leadership and mental health in the workplace. In my forties I became a positive leader.
From the kitchen to $10m – the Sobah story
Sobah Beverages co-founder Dr Clinton Schultz writes about building an Indigenous business from a garage to a $10 million valuation. Sobah Beverages is an Aboriginal-led
FNF launched Beyond the Gap podcast
Ahead of Indigenous Business Month in October, First Nations Foundation has launched a new seven-part podcast series “Beyond the Gap” in an Australian-first investigation into
Generous Aussies join Leasa Mann to help people pay their bills with BPAY in latest lockdowns
BPAY Group makes additional $10,000 contribution to Indigenous financial literacy program Less than a year ago BPAY Group worked with the amazing Leasa Mann, who
Partnership for Indigenous home ownership
The launch of two new strategic partnerships – Australian Unity Bank and Bank Australia – supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in their financial
2021 National Native Title Conference
Earlier this month I had the absolute honour of presenting at the 2021 Native Title Conference. The event itself went for 5 days but my
A refreshed corporate brand for FNF
First Nations Foundation is very excited to share that we have recently undergone a review and update of the FNF brand, including our main logos
From Social Housing to Home Ownership
Growing up in social housing, Stephen Woodlands, the founder of Head Start Homes, saw first-hand the barriers faced by his inspirational mother when she wanted
First Nations Foundation awarded $790k to address economic disadvantage for Indigenous women
Indigenous financial wellbeing organisation, First Nations Foundation has received a grant for over $790k as part of the Australian government’s Women’s Leadership and Development Program
Advancing Indigenous Women’s Financial Wellness on IWD 2021 and Beyond
Financial Standard’s publication celebrates International Women’s Day 2021 with donation Financial Standard donates 30% of all new subscription fees in March to the First Nations
Pearler announces First Nations Foundation as its launch NFP partner
Sydney, February 2021: Pearler – the fintech start-up that aims to combine the community aspects of social media with the age of digital investing –
First Nations Foundation continues to rise to the challenges that come with closing the gap for Indigenous Australians
While the hurdles presented in 2020 tested the nation’s not-for-profit and charitable sector, leading Indigenous financial literacy organisation, First Nations Foundation, has displayed incredible resilience
First Nations Foundation launches online resource to empower young Indigenous Australians with financial wellbeing
First Nations Foundation, Australia’s leading Indigenous financial literacy organisation, has launched an online resource to educate and empower young Indigenous Australians to take control of
A money website for Indigenous youth
The First Nations Foundation has created a new, free website to help young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people learn more about money – and
Suncorp launches new Reconciliation Action Plan
Suncorp’s RAP 2020–22 has been endorsed by Reconciliation Australia and has been recognised as an ‘Innovate’ RAP, which acknowledges that we’ve moved from the scoping
Travel to remote communities helps deliver financial wins and wellbeing
Trips to four Queensland Indigenous communities to support residents’ financial wellbeing has allowed QSuper to help reconnect members with more than $1 million in super.
First Nations Foundation shortlisted for three awards
First Nations Foundation has been shortlisted in three categories at the MyBusiness 2020 awards. While there is no argument that 2020 has been a year
BUILDING FINANCIAL PROSPERITY FOR FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE
For NAIDOC Week, we put the spotlight on Indigenous-led organisation, First Nations Foundation aiming to bring financial prosperity – not just literacy – to Indigenous
What will it take to truly close the financial gap for Australia’s Indigenous population?
Financial literacy, or financial capability, is widely agreed as being fundamental for financial wellbeing. This is particularly relevant in 21st century Australia, where the government’s
PARTNERING FOR INDIGENOUS FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
IBA signs partnership agreement with First Nations Foundation for next two years. The partnership supports the delivery of financial education and retirement goals for Aboriginal
Good advice – the power to turn things around
Close to one in three Australians are stressed about money. But affordable financial advice is available, and it can make a valuable difference to our
Spotlight on the impacts of funeral insurance
Funeral insurance has been a visible point of issue for Indigenous Australians. A recent article explores why. One of the most well-known financial issues for
Future forward with big initiatives
With so much going on these days, it’s sometimes hard to see the future behind the clouds. But Spring is upon us. At IBA, we
FNF and CSI webinar on designing indigenous financial services
Our friends at the Centre for Social Impact have been running excellent, deep-dive webinars over recent months and we’re delighted that they invited our CEO,
First Nations Foundation launches online resource in the wake of COVID to help Indigenous Australians understand the importance of super
First Nations Foundation, Australia’s leading Indigenous financial literacy organisation, has launched an online resource to help Indigenous Australians find, manage and grow their superannuation –
HESTA outlines expectations on companies engaging with Indigenous communities
HESTA is calling for the mining and energy industries to adopt consistent principles for engaging with Indigenous communities, saying investors are concerned risks are appropriately
Achieving financial independence for Indigenous Australians
In 2019, the First Nations Foundation (FNF), in partnership with the Centre for Social Impact and the National Australia Bank (NAB), uncovered that just under
Super system needs Indigenous leaders
The First Nations people of Australia provided the foundation for this country and remind us every day what can be achieved through focus on community
FNF launches Indigenous super website
This month, First Nations Foundation launched an online resource to help Indigenous Australians find, manage, and grow their superannuation. The new website – IndigenousSuper.com.au –
Payday loans are always too good to be true
At times it can feel all too easy to access finance. Getting a car loan from a lender that doesn’t ask too many questions is
First Nations Foundation launches Indigenous superannuation learning resource
Melbourne, July 7: First Nations Foundation, Australia’s leading Indigenous financial literacy foundation, has launched an online resource to help Indigenous Australians find, manage, and grow
First Nations Foundation welcomes government support to deliver Covid-19 resources for Indigenous women
Melbourne, June 18: First Nations Foundation (FNF) – the Indigenous-led, not-for-profit that promotes financial literacy – has been announced as one of four recipients of
Updates from the Foundation – June 2020
Subscribe to our Newsletter We have some great news, as we reposition what we do in the time of COVID-19. When the pandemic arrived and
Reconciliation Action Plans must focus on the word ‘Action’
Subscribe to our Newsletter The last week of May each year is always significant for the Aboriginal cultural calendar. It marks two key events, Sorry
An emergency fund should be part of the recovery plan
Subscribe to our Newsletter If there is just one financial lesson for us to take away from COVID-19, it has to be the importance of
Evolving super to meet Indigenous needs
Subscribe to our Newsletter Superannuation has an important role to play in improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members. For many Indigenous people,
BSDO cancelled; new initiatives launching
Subscribe to our Newsletter With the coronavirus pandemic upending the economy, individual businesses, and the lives of all Australians, First Nations Foundation is finding ways
Support for Indigenous Australians during COVID-19
Subscribe to our Newsletter The old proverb about living in interesting times, now seems to be about living in unprecedented times. At IBA we recognise
Super funds are helping Australians when it matters
Subscribe to our Newsletter The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have been felt widely and deeply across Australia. Super funds have been hit hard, too.
A word from the CEO
Subscribe to our Newsletter It is impossible not to think about the unfolding pandemic as I write this, but above it all I think our
Beyond the economy: Measuring social progress in Australia
Subscribe to our Newsletter Why measuring wellness in Australia can provide a better indicator of society’s progress. Last month, Labor announced a proposal to create
Financial planning – A benefit to be enjoyed by all Australians
Subscribe to our Newsletter When it comes to financial advice, lower cost is not synonymous with poorer quality. This has been widely misunderstood by many
Superannuation
Subscribe to our Newsletter For many people, superannuation is a complex topic. In this video, Phil breaks down super into simple and easy to understand
Withdrawing super could be catastrophic for Indigenous Australians
Subscribe to our Newsletter While the idea of withdrawing up to $20,000 from your superannuation may sound tempting, it should be the very last resort.
Financial Roadmap For Navigating COVID-19
Subscribe to our Newsletter The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic sweeping the world is resulting in significant levels of economic disruption and is likely to be the
WELCOME TO OUR NEW CEO, PHIL USHER
Subscribe to our Newsletter We couldn’t be happier to welcome our new CEO Phil Usher to the First Nations Foundation. We sat down for a
FIRST NATIONS FOUNDATION LAUNCHES WORLD-FIRST INDIGENOUS DIGITAL FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAM
Subscribe to our Newsletter AUSTRALIA, 12 November 2019: First Nations Foundation (FNF) today launches the world’s first digital financial literacy education program to help First Nations
INDIGENOUS CHARITY FINDS $24 MILLION SUPERANNUATION
Subscribe to our Newsletter How did a tiny charity of two people manage to find $24 million Indigenous superannuation in 21 Indigenous communities across six