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Celebrating Saint Mary's Feast Day 2021
September 9, 2021We created a commemorative prayer card to share this hope with you and inspire you to take fresh courage through Mary’s incredible legacy.
Empowering parents to support children's education - Timor-Leste
September 9, 2021Education is a pathway out of poverty and key to restoring dignity through self-determination. Many parents wish to see their children accessing the education they need for a bright future.
Livelihoods to set up families for the future - Timor-Leste
September 9, 2021Building a successful livelihood is key for people to break free from the cycle of poverty and realise their dignity through self-determination.
2021 Saint Mary MacKillop Feast Day
August 8, 2021We invite you to watch a short video from our CEO, Jane Woolford. Jane talks about what Mary MacKillop means to her. “Mary always had hope, perseverance and faith in God … Mary made a difference in the lives of many children, women and families who are struggling.” We wish you all a very Happy […]
Why 'Education for Life' is important
March 17, 2021Education is one of the best investments a country can make to alleviate poverty. Through her time working with communities around the world, Mary MacKillop Today’s CEO, Jane Woolford, has come to deeply appreciate the relationship between education and poverty. Jane shares why she believes ‘Education for Life’ is important.
March 17, 2021Our Community Grants program has invested grants in over 600 life-changing projects across the country since 1995. We partner with organisations who empower Australia’s most marginalised people to improve their lives through education.
Meet Christine, one of our valued supporters
March 17, 2021It is only through the generosity of our wonderful supporters that we can reach people in need, here in Australia and overseas. We are so thankful for the kind support to help us follow in the footsteps of Saint Mary MacKillop and break down cycles of disadvantage.
Dear friends and supporters of Mary MacKillop Today
March 17, 2021During her most difficult trials, Mary persevered to provide practical support for children and families, regardless of their background.
Providing inclusive education in remote areas - Papua New Guinea
March 17, 2021As part of our mission to provide Education for Life, we are doing everything we can to make sure no one is left behind.
Training Teachers with skills for lifelong learning in Timor Leste
March 17, 2021Timor Leste will celebrate 18 years of independence this May. We remember the humble beginnings of the work of the Sisters of St Joseph who walked alongside the Timorese throughout the years of the Indonesian occupation and after the 1999 post-referendum violence.
