Venture philanthropy in public schools in Australia: tracing policy mobility and policy networks

This article examines the emergence and influence of venture philanthropy in Australian public schools, tracing the mobility of related policies and the formation of policy networks. It investigates how philanthropic capital and venture-style approaches are shaping educational initiatives and reforms within the public schooling system. The research explores the motivations of venture philanthropists, the mechanisms through which their influence is exerted, and the implications for educational equity and governance. It provides a critical perspective on the growing role of private philanthropic actors in public education and the policy dynamics this creates.