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The Australian Government Response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs report: Inquiry into family, domestic and sexual violence
… of FDSV. Of the 88 recommendations made by the Inquiry, the Government supports 34, supports in principle 37, partially supports one, notes 14 and does not support 2. The Government is committed to …
Have your say on ways to help strengthen the community sector
Have your say on ways to help strengthen the community sector The stronger, more diverse and independent community sector Issues Paper is now available on the DSS Engage website (Opens in a new tab/window) for feedback. The Issues Paper has 5 focus areas for discussion: Giving the sector the voice and respect it …
NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee: Applications open
… expert advice to the Australian Government on the suitability of supports for NDIS funding. You can apply to join the EAC or one of its 3 … expert advice to the Australian Government on the suitability of supports for NDIS funding. You can apply to join the EAC or one of its 3 …
COVID-19 stories
COVID-19 stories COVID-19 is still in the community. It can make some people very sick – including some people with disability. In a series of short videos (Opens in a new tab/window) , everyday Australians with lived experience of disability share their personal COVID-19 experiences. In these videos, people with …
The 2022 Australian Priority Investment Approach to Welfare Valuation Report released
The 2022 Australian Priority Investment Approach to Welfare Valuation Report released The 2022 Australian Priority Investment Approach to Welfare Valuation Report is now available. The report provides a summary of insights from the 30 June 2022 actuarial valuation of the Australian income support and social security …
Reporting child safety concerns
Reporting child safety concerns If you or someone else is in immediate danger call Triple Zero (000) Child safety concerns In Australia, state and territory governments oversee the care and protection of children and young people. If you have concerns about the safety of a child, you can report it to the child …
Financial Wellbeing and Capability Activity Grant Opportunities
Financial Wellbeing and Capability Activity Grant Opportunities From 1 July 2025, the Australian Government is investing around $150 million each year over 5 years across Financial Wellbeing and Capability (FWC) Activity programs. FWC programs provide free and confidential services to support vulnerable Australians …
Families and Children Activity program extensions
Families and Children Activity program extensions The Australian Government is extending funding agreements ceasing 30 June 2020 for a further 12 months to 30 June 2021 for families and children services across Australia. The services involved in this funding extension are funded under the following programs: Children …
Online Public Briefing- National Panel of Assessors Request for Tender (RFT)
Online Public Briefing- National Panel of Assessors Request for Tender (RFT) The Department of Social Services is hosting a National Panel of Assessors (NPA) Request for Tender (RFT) public briefing which will take place on Monday 21 October at 1pm (AEDT). To register for the webinar, visit: National Panel of …
4. The chance to grow up safe and well
… assisting children and young people living in care to receive the positive supports they need. 4.3 The six areas of well-being discussed in … of Australia submission which outlined that 'international evidence supports that over 80 per cent of children post their care experience return … assisting children and young people living in care to receive the positive supports they need. 4.3 The six areas of well-being discussed in …