About this event
Our FREE introductory webinar will help you get across the legal basics of setting up and getting started. We’ll take you through how to decide which legal structure is best for you and whether you should incorporate, as well as how to set up and register your organisation.
Here's what participants thought:
- “The language was easy to understand and very informative."
- "Perfect level of detail and explanation of jargon. Could have had an extra hour!"
- "It was excellent, professional and easy to understand. Presenter gave excellent information."
We'll cover:
- Key steps when starting out
- The pros and cons of incorporation
- Common legal structures for not-for-profit organisations
- Basics of charity status and tax concessions
- Additional resources to help with the process
You'll receive:
- 75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
- Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
- Information on further resources and support
Who should attend:
This introductory webinar is suitable for anyone considering starting or in the early stages of setting up a not-for-profit, or curious to understand more about not-for-profit legal structures.
When
Thursday, 9 July 2026
VIC/NSW/QLD/ACT/TAS: 12:45pm - 2:00pm
SA/NT: 12:15pm - 1:45pm
WA: 10:45am - 12:00pm
Registrations close at 12:00pm AEST (VIC/NSW/QLD/ACT/TAS) on the day of the webinar.
Cost
FREE
Can't attend live on the day?
That's ok! Everyone who registers receives the post-webinar email containing the recording, slide handout and other information and resources, so you can catch up whenever it suits you.
Where
Online via Zoom
You will receive a confirmation email once you have successfully registered. The Zoom link, meeting ID and passcode will be sent to you via email prior to the webinar. Occasionally the Zoom confirmation emails can be prevented by an organisational firewall. If you haven't received the Zoom link within 3-5 days of registering, please check your junk/spam folder, contact us on the email below, or troubleshoot further.
If you are having trouble registering, please get in touch at nfptraining@justiceconnect.org.au or call 03 8593 4799.