A Fairer World

27/05/2026

In the Huon Valley Diversity Matters !

An exciting new program called Diversity Matters Everyone Matters is being rolled out in primary schools in the Huon Valley and the Just One…program is being delivered at Huonville High School. Both programs are being delivered by the team at A Fairer World and are centred around lived experience storytelling to experience the direct impacts of exclusion and discrimination.

Students will spend Term 2 learning about how stereotyping people can cause harm and can lead to discrimination. Students will also have the opportunity to learn new skills and practise ways to be more inclusive. This could be as simple as respecting the diversity amongst them and smiling and saying hello to someone who seems different to them.


Jodie Epper Educational Leader from A Fairer World is “Very pleased to have the opportunity to work with both primary school and high school students and teachers. Changing school culture to be more accepting of diversity is a complex process and we are very excited to be working across both schools, with students, parents and teachers”

Celebration Events that showcase student work learnt across the two programs will be
• Huonville Primary School Celebration Event Wednesday 17th June
• Huonville High School Celebration Event Tuesday 7th July

The Diversity Matters Everyone Matters program is funded by the Tasmanian Community Fund and the Just One…program is funded by the Department for Education, Children and Young People

For more information about the programs in schools contact Jodie [email protected]

[Photo from the Huon News Newspaper issue 6 May 2026 . featuring A Fairer World Volunteers/Human 'books' and Huonville High School staff]

19/05/2026

Please join us at GOVERNMENT HOUSE for morning tea to mark the 40th Anniversary of A Fairer World.

A booking is a requirement to attend the event. Use CODE: AFW26 to enter the site to book your place at the morning tea. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1577364

We are very excited to share this opportunity those who have been a part of A Fairer World over the past 40 years.

Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania will speak at the event which she and Professor Don Chalmers AO have agreed to host at Government House for A Fairer World and The Hobart human library.

All welcome.

Please note that events held at Government House do not have name tags as they are not in keeping with their sustainability initiatives.

If you would like to make a Donation to A Fairer World towards our work in schools, workplaces & the community they can be made at: https://buy.stripe.com/aEU5lf9qA6CIdBm6ox?locale=en&__embed_source=buy_btn_1QhJpQG64X7My2OvpIPghBWu

Morning Tea

13/05/2026

Every year we celebrate the heart and soul of our work, our lived experience speakers - known to many as human ‘books’. The Hobart human library is at the core of everything diversity and inclusion that A Fairer World does. We celebrate the ‘books’ by acknowledging the work they have done, and highlight the lasting impact of their openness, resilience, and vulnerability. Their stories inspire change, they ask us to gently reflect on our ways, how we move through the world, how we treat each other, they ask us where our biases lay, and our ingrained assumptions lie.

This year we were fortunate to double bill our celebrations. Recently at the St Lukes wellbeing hub we had the pleasure of hosting a screening of Paul Pritchard’s documentary Larapinta: End to End. Paul is one of the Hobart human libraries most established ‘books’. His documentary shows participants walking the trail, as decision-makers who were actively choosing challenge, discomfort, and uncertainty. By showing these moments honestly the film shows that people with disabilities are capable because they are allowed to struggle, not because they are superhuman. The film challenges the idea that safety always means staying within narrow pre-approved boundaries. It shows how low expectations - not disability – are often the real limiting factor.

Sally, an audience member said post screening, ‘Paul and his companions made great achievements, in their walk. The support crew were amazing and did a wonderful job.
Being Tasmanian, I do recall Paul's accident with the Totem pole, in the media some years ago. Then what he had achieved after that. I really enjoyed the Larapinta Documentary, scenery was magnificent and very colourful and for those involved, what a wonderful experience to share’.

[A Fairer World staff and volunteers at St Lukes wellness hub with member of the public]

11/05/2026

A Fairer World is running a Diversity & Inclusion Workshop with Volunteering Tasmania on Wednesday 3 June, 10am - 2:30pm at the Rosny Library. Book your tickets at: https://events.humanitix.com/diversity-and-inclusion-in-volunteering?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e224_tv2_tp1_a1den1nkrqjce4

Join us for a meaningful conversation about diversity, inclusion and bias, facilitated by A Fairer World and featuring real stories from 'human books'.

Wednesday 3 June, 10am - 2:30pm at the Rosny Library.

This workshop will support you to strengthen your organisation's volunteering programs to be equitable, respectful and inclusive. It offers a powerful learning experience where practical tools and open, honest discussions deepen understanding of diverse perspectives and help foster a culture where everyone feels empowered to contribute.

The workshop is available to anyone who manages or coordinates volunteers, whether in a paid or unpaid role. Tickets are limited, so register now!

https://events.humanitix.com/diversity-and-inclusion-in-volunteering

A Fairer World

30/04/2026

We are partnering with Play For Purpose for raffle 31!

A Fairer World builds empathy and creates more equitable communities through innovative programs for schools and workplaces. Your support will help our programs build stronger, more inclusive organisations and communities as well as providing opportunities for people with lived experience of discrimination, with the added bonus of you going into the draw to win a VW Crafter kampervan + 15K BCF voucher and $102K gold plus other prizes to be won.

Get you tickets at: https://www.playforpurpose.com.au/checkout/a-fairer-world?channel=WLB&tcount=10

[Image description: Purple text with the words "Win a $300K first prize pack, plus 395 prizes will be won! Buy tickets now" on top of the image of a woman and her dog outside the VW Crafter kampervan and images of gift cards from various companies"]

28/04/2026

It was our pleasure to present our Hobart human library session with Hobart College in March.

Thank you to Hobart College the opportunity for A Fairer World to be part of the Harmony Day Assembly – Everyone Belongs.

Harmony Day is a celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.

Our Human Books, Mem and David enjoyed sharing their stories along with A Fairer World Trainer Zelah who facilitated the workshop, the students had Q&A time and were very engaged, enthusiastic, and eager to listen.

We are all diverse and different but to make everyone feel like they belong is important to make them feel included.

This program was funded by the Department for Education, Children and Young People.

[Image description: First image: David, Mem & Zelah from A Fairer World on stage at Hobart college. second image: David, Mem & Zelah from A Fairer World outside Hobart college.

21/04/2026

In the Derwent Valley Diversity Matters!

An exciting new program funded by the Tasmanian Community Fund called Diversity Matters Everyone Matters is being rolled out in Department for Education, Children and Young People schools in the Derwent Valley.

It is being delivered by the team at A Fairer World.

Molesworth Primary and Glenora District School have recently completed the 4-week program and Westerway Primary School is looking forward to the program starting soon.

Students from both schools have been learning about how stereotyping people can cause harm and can lead to discrimination. They have also been practising ways to be more inclusive. This could be as simple as respecting the diversity amongst them and smiling and saying hello to someone who seems different to them.

“It is important to include people so that people don’t hide their true identity” Student Glenora District School
“Ask someone if they are ok and let them join in – it doesn’t matter if they are different” Student Molesworth Primary school.

Jodie Epper Educational Leader from A Fairer World is “very pleased about the conversations that are happening in the program” and is “thrilled at the work the students are completing”

Both schools have completed hard copy books and eBooks.

Glenora District School will have their celebration event on Tuesday 14th April and Westerway Primary School commences the program Monday 27th July.

For more information contact Jodie at [email protected] or 6223 1025

[Image description: Some of the A Fairer World team and human 'books with Molesworth Primary and Glenora District School students and staff.]

14/04/2026

We recently delivered our Diversity Matters, Everyone Matters program at Molesworth Primary School, ending in a fantastic celebration event with damper around a fire. The program supports students to build empathy and understanding, while boosting their confidence and literacy skills.

Through storytelling, creative writing, & drawing, students explored and celebrated diversity in meaningful, practical ways. Their work has made a real impact, with their stories brought together into a book that shows their understanding of inclusion and reflects the values of their rural community.

This program was proudly funded by the Tasmanian Community Fund.

[Image description: Some of the A Fairer World team with Molesworth Primary School staff,students & parents]

13/04/2026

On Friday 20 March at Parliament Lawns in Hobart, A Fairer World joined forces with the City of Hobart to show our support for the International Day of Eliminating Racism and Discrimination.

A Fairer World held a stall which was joined by David one of our amazing human books and Zelah one of our members of staff. We were thankful for the opportunity as members of the public engaged in meaningful conversations of the impact that racism and discrimination had on them.

Through the work we do at A Fairer World, we hope that future collaborations can be made to help make a change in raising awareness and committing to a future free from racial discrimination.

Thank you to the City of Hobart for hosting this important event in our community which builds initiative of collaboration amongst us all to make a difference to combat racism.

[Image Description: Zelah and David at the International Day of Eliminating Racism and Discrimination event interacting with members of the community at our stall]

03/04/2026

We had a heartfelt day with Sorell Council. Thanks. Lots of great conversation and food for thought. Here’s some of our thinking/ideas put to text.

INCLUSION: The Hobart Human Library once heard….

you can no longer unsee
growth is lonely before it becomes empowering
you’re allowed to put the heaviness down
protect the part of you that believes in people

Every time you teach, explain, hold space, model inclusion, or speak truth… someone’s worldview shifts, even slightly…Change often feels invisible until it suddenly isn’t.

How to stay grounded and connected while holding the awareness of inclusion:
(OR ways to stay whole while walking through a world that isn’t always paying attention).

Replace “Why don’t they see it?” with “How can I stay centred while they learn?”
People are at different stages of awareness.
Some are just starting.
Some will never be ready.
Your role is not to carry everyone — it's to walk steadily so others have a path to follow.

Let gratitude sit beside anger — not replace it
You do not need to stop being upset with injustice in order to feel gratitude.
Both truths can live in you:
• I am heartbroken by inequity
• I am grateful for the beauty of community
That duality is emotional intelligence in action.

A reflection you might find grounding
Most people don’t notice the cracks in a system until someone with your kind of heart points them out simply by being awake.
Keep your love.
Keep your empathy.
Keep your gratitude.
They are not naïve — they are your strength.
And the world desperately needs people who can see clearly and remain kind.

[Image description: Human books and A Fairer World staff outside under some trees at Sorell]

01/04/2026

A Fairer World is now listed as a charity for the Hobart Marathon Festival & City to Casino Fun Run & Walk
There are events of various lengths, you can walk, run, or just donate and if it's something you love doing anyway, why not raise money for A Fairer World?

Link to A Fairer World's Hobart Marathon fundraising page: https://hmf26.grassrootz.com/a-fairer-world

Link to A Fairer World's City to Casino fundraising page: https://citytocasino26.grassrootz.com/a-fairer-world

[Image description: Image of running shoes and the text Walk or run with purpose, support A Fairer World at the Hobart Marathon Festival & City to casino. Fundraise or donate now!]