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DIFFERENT THINKING, POWERFUL CHANGE
Bernie Fehon says CEO Sleepout will carry on despite virus
“We’re unable to get together but certainly chosen to press on with the event because people who are homeless; they don’t have a choice to put their life on hold.
“And what it is doing is giving us the opportunity to emulate what the bulk of our homeless people are doing – and that is sleeping in spots that are fairly invisible.”
A World made Good
A look at the CEO Sleepout over 6 months. Bernie Fehon discusses the reasons behind its growth, both nationally and globally, while Jack de Groot speaks at a #RightToHome Community Forum organised by Vinnies NSW, Sydney Alliance and Uniting.
How the impact of The CEO Sleepout extended beyond money
“Besides affecting CEOs on an emotional level, many reported taking practical measures to change things in their companies to prevent homelessness.”
Business leaders set to sleep rough for annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the Vinnies CEO Sleepout will still be taking place in cars and backyards Australia-wide.
OAM for Bernie Fehon, Founder of Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Bernie Fehon, founder of the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, presented with an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his community work.
Local Heroes recognised with special community awards
The Western Sydney University Board of Trustees formally recognises six local heroes for outstanding contributions to the Greater Western Sydney region.