Turning the tables on Basil
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests at the Kelvin Club […]
Basil’s Table: social economy leadership with Moira Were
Online (register for link)When you think of social economy leaders, particularly South Australian ones, it won’t take too long until Moira Were springs to mind. Moira works across multiple organisations to develop the social and solidarity economy. Her approach always applies a ‘gender lens’ as she goes about building the common good. How does she manage to have […]
Mutual social impact: investing in each other for the 21st century
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAre Australian mutuals poised for a renaissance as social impact leaders? Join us to discuss with a heavy-hitting panel of movement leaders at the Kelvin Club on 26 May.
The role of cooperatives in building strong economically resilient communities
What is the role of cooperatives in contributing to local and regional development strategies that are equitable and sustainable? How can this be advanced through federal, state and local policy? How can we enhance the work of cooperatives in addressing economic disparities in Australia?
Basil’s Table: Building co-operative futures in the tech bros era
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThe future of cooperation in a time of uncertainty RSVP: 5pm, 5 December, 2022 / finger food / dress up a little All proceeds cover costs and contribute to our co-operative work (we are a not-for-profit / non-distributing co-op) Bookings essential (see bottom of page). This time we are going ‘big picture’. Christmas in all […]
The Art of Living – Bring back the Story
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaStories have a transformative power to allow us to see the world in a different way than we do if we just encounter it on our own. Stories are an entry point to understanding a different experience of the world.
Basil’s Table presents: The Human Library
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaWhy in the age of social media and online communication do we feel so disconnected? The Human Library is an event that aims to create and develop dialogue and understanding between people.
The great mid-career shift: exploring freelancing (at Basil’s Table)
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaAre you professional considering a transition to freelance work or have you already started and want to learn more from others? Our panel of freelancers and experts will share their journeys and insights, and offer practical tips on managing freelance work. This event is suitable for anyone interested in the realities and implications of a […]
Exploring the Social Economy: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Social economy, solidarity economy, co-operatives, social enterprises, mutuals ... what does it all mean and how does it get us to a more eqitable, sustainable ... humane economy? What are the real challenges - the pros and the cons? Join us for an evening of facilitated dialogue and enlightening conversations, hosted by the 888 Co-operative […]
A bit of 888 Christmas Cheer
Kelvin Club 30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaHear ye, hear ye! In the year of our Lord 1856, the valiant 8 hours movement didst commence in the noble lands of Victoria. The gallant Eight Hours League did champion the cause of an eight-hour day: eight hours for labour, eight hours for rest, and eight hours for pursuits of recreation and enlightenment. In […]