Submission to Infrastructure WA on the Foundations for a Stronger Tomorrow: Draft State Infrastructure Strategy The Western Australian Council of Social Service Inc. (WACOSS) welcomes the opportunity to make a […]
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As part of our advocacy to Government, we gather on-the-ground information from our members and the sector, which forms our strategic insights and policy recommendations in our Submissions.
Submission to Infrastructure WA on the Foundations for a Stronger Tomorrow: Draft State Infrastructure Strategy The Western Australian Council of Social Service Inc. (WACOSS) welcomes the opportunity to make a […]
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WACOSS welcomes the opportunity to respond to the State Commissioning Strategy discussion paper. A more strategic, rigorous and transparent approach to commissioning of social services delivered by the public and […]
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WACOSS has a specific interest in the nature and effects of insecure employment in the community services sector as well as the broader Western Australian community.
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WACOSS welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Ministerial Expert Committee on Electoral Reform regarding how electoral equality might be achieved for all citizens entitled to vote for […]
Read MoreWe develop and write publications, some of which are produced yearly, such as the Cost of Living Report, which contribute to more in-depth policy conversations, and advocate for those on the lowest incomes, people in poverty, and experiencing disadvantage.
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A short overview of the key findings from the Cost of Living report, which models the income and expenditure of three household types, and provides analysis of relative changes in […]
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Each year we produce the Cost of Living report, which models the income and expenditure of three household types, and provides analysis of relative changes in living costs and likely impacts on current and future levels of deprivation and need.
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The Lived Experience Framework outlines the principles and practices that we aspires to for working with people who have Lived Experience. These especially relate to partnering with lived experience […]
Read MoreWe share our presentations from key events and report launches, to give you greater insight into our strategic thinking, and invite you to download our key topics and take away notes from the event.
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Read MoreNotes from a public lecture by Professor David Gilchrist at UWA on 27 June 2019, about the nature of charities, their contribution, and current risks to charities and their stakeholders.
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