Launch of 2025 IMPACT100 Sydney North Granting Year

Rising cost of living: what it means for the most vulnerable in our community

Please join us on Tuesday 18 March 6.30-8.30pm for a special event and crucial discussion to launch the 2025 IMPACT100 Sydney North Granting Year. 

The cost of living crisis disproportionally impacts the most vulnerable in our society, including children, young people and families at risk, people IMPACT100 Sydney North exists to support. We are thrilled to announce Cassandra Goldie, CEO of the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS), someone at the forefront of advocating for people affected by poverty, disadvantage and inequality, will open our 2025 granting year.  

The evening will be MCed by IMPACT100 Sydney North's Andrew Everingham who will host a panel discussion with Cassandra and two other not-for-profits working to counter the impact of rising costs of living on vulnerable populations. They will explain their strategies and how we can support them. 

About ACOSS 

ACOSS is the national advocate supporting people affected by poverty, disadvantage and inequality, and the peak council for community services nationally. Key campaigns include Raise the Rate for Good to reduce poverty and inequality in Australia and Fair, Fast and Inclusive Climate Action to ensure the transition to net zero emissions improves the lives of people facing disadvantage. 

About Cassandra Goldie AO 

Cassandra Goldie AO is CEO of ACOSS and Adjunct Professor with UNSW Sydney. With public policy expertise in economic, social and environmental issues, civil society, social justice and human rights, Cassandra has represented the interests of people who are disadvantaged, and civil society generally, in major national and international processes as well as in grassroots communities. Prior to joining ACOSS, Cassandra held senior roles in both the not-for-profit and public sectors, including with the Australian Human Rights Commission, Darwin Community Legal Service and Senior Executive with Legal Aid in Western Australia. 

Cassandra was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2023 for distinguished services to social justice through leadership and advocacy, promoting the rights of marginalised and disadvantaged people.