Media Releases
Minderoo helps bring latest Attenborough film to the big screen with an urgent message ahead of critical UN Oceans Conference
Minderoo Foundation will this week host a series of Australian premiere events for Ocean with David Attenborough – a new documentary from the revered British broadcaster showing how the world’s oceans can thrive again if protected.
When artists thrive, communities thrive: WA artists pursue bold new work with Minderoo Artist Fund.
From an electronic music album recorded on country in the Kimberley to a Wheatbelt community creating a major sculpture and puppetry event led by artists, to scientists and Indigenous custodians, nine mid-career artists from across WA will tackle ambitious new projects with the Minderoo Artist Fund.
Minderoo builds on $20 million commitment to Ukraine with a further $5 million package to support a local-led recovery and affirm Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
Dr Andrew Forrest AO: “The invasion of one country by another is wholly offensive to civilisation. Ukraine has every right to protect its borders, and the international community will be extremely shortsighted if it does not stand with Ukraine.”
State government commitment on four-year-old kindy and after school care a major boost for WA children and their families
Minderoo Foundation has welcomed two significant state government commitments which will give more WA children a better start to life through earlier high-quality education and care.
Minderoo announces record donation for WAAPA
Minderoo Foundation has announced a record $30 million donation to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) as part of an historic 25-year philanthropic partnership with Edith Cowan University to advance Australian arts and culture on the world stage.
Minderoo boosts funding to Gaza partners delivering meals to starving families
Minderoo Foundation is boosting its funding commitment for urgent humanitarian aid in Gaza to almost US$28 million (more than A$40 million) with a focus on partners delivering meals to those on the brink of famine.
New study reveals alarming human health risks from exposure to chemicals in household plastics
A world-first study has revealed exposure to chemicals found in common plastics increases health risks throughout the entire human lifecycle, including impacting birth outcomes, child neurodevelopment, reproductive health, and metabolic, endocrine and nutrition systems.
Minderoo Foundation unveils transformational plan for Gaza aid delivery
(AMMAN, Jordan) Australia’s Minderoo Foundation has unveiled a two-pronged package to transform the delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, including a new partnership with the United Nations to strengthen the Jordanian Corridor.
Minderoo Foundation announces new partnership to support the demining of Ukraine farmland
Minderoo Foundation has today committed $5 million to de-mine large swathes of Ukraine’s most productive agricultural land, removing a threat to human life and helping communities and farmers in the war-torn country get back on their feet.
Woodside, whales and the imminent danger of new fossil fuel projects
When most Australians were taking a well-earned break over Christmas and New Year, a delegation of our scientists led by Dr Andrew Forrest AO were keeping close watch on Woodside’s seismic blasting for its Scarborough gas project off Australia’s Northwest coast.
Igniting Dreams: Young entrepreneurs participate in program to accelerate Indigenous-led businesses
A new cohort of First Nations entrepreneurs are participating in a program to inspire innovative approaches to solving global challenges, building capacity and enhancing business skills. Youth Co:Lab programme in Australia is co-led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Citi Foundation, in partnership with Minderoo Foundation.
Vanuatu becomes first in the Pacific to set a path towards cervical cancer elimination
(PORT VILA) Women in Vanuatu will have access to lifesaving cervical cancer screening, vaccination and treatment, thanks to a transformational program launched yesterday in Port Vila that is being rolled out across the archipelago nation.
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