 Sector Headlines
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Call for young people to join MercyCare reference group
MercyCare is offering young people the opportunity to join their Youth Reference Group to foster engagement through positive conversations around youth culture, and give young people a voice and input in MercyCare services. Young people between the ages of 16-25 are invited to apply.
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Everybody's Home campaign to make the system fairer
Everybody's Home is a national campaign to fix Australia's housing system. Preview the campaign before the official launch next week, and be one of the first to sign up and put pressure on the government to implement simple, straightforward solutions, so that everyone has a place to call home.
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Feedback sought for Business Licencing Inquiry
The Economic Regulation Authority is undertaking an inquiry into reform of state government business and occupational licencing. Licences include registrations, notifications, authorisations, accreditations, permits, approvals and certifications that are required by government.
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Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees
Justice for Refugees is holding the annual Palm Sunday gathering to demonstrate a united movement of people and organisations who are calling for justice and dignity for refugees and for people seeking asylum.
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Study into siblings with disabilities
A study is being conducted into sibling relationships, where one sibling has a disability. Siblings who experience intellectual disability (including cognitive and developmental disability) or autism, are invited to complete the survey. The link can be forwarded, if you know someone who may be suitable and interested in participating.
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Health Consumer Excellence Award Nominations open
The Health Consumer Excellence Awards were created to honour everyday heroes in health in WA. Winners and finalists will be announced during Patient Experience Week at the end of April. Nominations close 5pm, Friday 30 March.
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ConnectGroups Support Groups Demographic Study
ConnectGroups is collecting data from the community to demonstrate the impact of Support Groups on the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities across the state. The data generated by the study will provide tangible evidence to inform the sector on the benefits and value of Support Groups in WA.
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WA Cancer Council launches campaign 'From Every Quitter'
Cancer Council WA has created new resources for their latest Make Smoking History campaign. The videos feature ex-smokers from WA talking about how their children inspired them to quit smoking. Download resources here.
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Social Innovation invites WA not-for-profits to free innovation training
The program is designed to help your team learn and ultimately grow the organisation from within by developing innovation skills, and aims to build on relationships within an organisation for the future longevity and growth of the organisation. To enquire email [email protected]
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Pilbara Research Portal a knowledge hub for the north west
A joint project between RDA Pilbara, Pilbara Development Commission (PDC) and Pilbara Regional Council (PRC), the Pilbara Research Portal is a great resource for social services, browse content, and share relevant research, and reports with others.
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 Sector Training and Events
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5-22 MAR | Alternatives to Suicide Program
MercyCare - Various locations across Perth - Free-$450
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20 MAR | World Social Work Day Breakfast
Australian Association of Social Workers WA - West Leederville - $30-$35
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20 MAR | Vulnerability Speaker Series
Commissioner for Children and Young People - West Perth - Free
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21 MAR | New Graduates Reunion Night - Alumni 2017
Australian Association of Social Workers WA - Perth - $0-$15
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 Job Opportunities
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KIFWA Children’s Program Counsellor
Women's Health and Family Services - applications closing Friday 16 March 2018
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Primary Carers – Family Group Homes
Uniting Care West - applications closing Friday 16 March 2018
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Chief Financial and Operations Officer
Women's Health and Family Services - applications closing Monday 26 March 2018
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Aboriginal Family Support Project Worker
Women's Health and Family Services - applications closing Tuesday 27 March 2018
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Special Offers
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City West Lotteries House office available for NFP
Affordable, comfortable, close to public transport and the Perth CBD. The building has a great range of business administration services on site – photocopying, fast fibre internet and WiFi throughout the building. Offices approximately 40 sqm. Hot desk and temporary office options, meeting and conference rooms available.
Contact Tricia Slee on 9427 4200 or [email protected]
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