PHILANTROPHY | AUSTRALIAN BRAND MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL EVENTS
Giving with Purpose.
At MELLECO philanthropic foundations are central. The agency has contributed to significant programs, including the United Nations International School of Hanoi Phoenix’ Nest initiative, a student‑led social‑enterprise challenge focused on sustainability and positive impact, and the Langur Community Education Program at Six Senses Nha Trang, supporting wildlife conservation, cultural respect, and sustainable practices. MELLECO is also looking forward to launching into 2026 International Women’s Day events details coming soon.
Join us for an International Women’s Day Lunch | 6 March 2026
MELLECO Partners with Queensland Ballet for International Women’s Day
Queensland Ballet is delighted to invite you to this exclusive event, bringing together business leaders, cultural champions, and passionate supporters of the arts for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and celebration.
Set against an atmosphere of elegance and inspiration at our onsite restaurant, Layla, this special event honours women, wellbeing, and leadership - values at the heart of both Queensland Ballet and the broader community.
Your afternoon will begin in style with a 74 Islands cocktail and refined canapés on arrival, followed by a beautifully curated two-course lunch (main and dessert) with perfectly paired wines.
Guests will receive a luxury gift bag valued at over $600, featuring an exceptional selection of premium experiences and products, and go into the draw to win a $350 gift box from Waterlily.
JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN, WELLBEING, AND IMPACT.
6 March 2026
11:30am - 3:30pm
Layla Brisbane
Siz Senses Ninh Van Bay Vietnam Ambassador for Education & Community
Creating outstanding relationships within the community, international schools and with Six Senses Ninh Van Bay. Building out a new sustainability program, developing initiatives to educate and inform children about the benefits of sustainable practice for building out a sustainable future.
A unique collaboration with the United Nations International School Hanoi and the Six Senses Ninh Vin Bay.
Project Phoenix Nest 2022 -2023 Edition
Designing Social Enterprises
SIX SENSES NINH VAN BAY
VIETNAM LANGUR PROJECT
Included in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and Vietnam’s Red Book, the black-shanked douc langur is only found in Southern Vietnam. Raising awareness about Langur at school, contributing to Langur conservation at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay through fundraising activities and merchandise.
For guests staying at the resort, they have included guided hiking trips to learn about forest life and how the resort is studying and protecting the langurs.
"Melannie's unique ability to unite individuals around a common vision for impact is truly exceptional. As Founder of Melle Co International, UNIS parent, SCO volunteer, and Six Senses Ambassador, her contributions to the Phoenix' Nest project were invaluable. Her visionary idea and tenacity in securing a sponsorship partner were pivotal in making this transformative initiative a reality. Melannie's unwavering dedication to education, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility is admirable. Through her collaboration, our students are now empowered to drive positive change, locally—and potentially globally. Her efforts have forged pathways and created lasting opportunities at UNIS Hanoi."
– Director of Advancement, Aisling O'Brien | United Nations International School of Hanoi
“Melannie is a true connector of communities. She has supported authentic learning at UNIS through partnership opportunities with partner organizations and exciting experiential projects. Melannie brings a systems thinking and sustainability lens into many school projects and endeavours, strengthening multi stakeholder collaboration and impact potential. I am very grateful for her partnership, ideas, and energy.”
– Learning Service Coordinator, F. Kate Doré | United Nations International School of Hanoi