Social Impact Staff Retention Project – THE 2026 SURVEY FINDINGS

The 2026 Social Impact Staff Retention report highlights that the social sector is quietly losing some of its best people, with 70% of nonprofit professionals considering leaving their roles, significantly higher than the broader workforce.

While fundraisers are often seen as most at risk, the pressure is sector-wide, with community engagement, marketing and program teams reporting even higher intent to leave. Burnout driven by heavy workloads, unrealistic expectations and limited growth opportunities continues to push people out.

For Australia’s social sector, the challenge is clear. Attracting new talent is only part of the solution. Building strong, supportive organisations where people can thrive is what will sustain impact.

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