WACOSS membership is made up of a vast network of individuals and organisations who are committed to our vision to create an inclusive, just and equitable society for all Western Australians.
WACOSS’s policy submissions and advocacy work are aimed at influencing policy decision makers at both a State and Federal level to provide a voice for vulnerable Western Australians.
WACOSS events provide a unique opportunity to network with sector leaders and take part in important sector discussions that will shape the future outcomes for those we represent.
WACOSS’s policy submissions and advocacy work is aimed at influencing policy decision makers at both a State and Federal level to provide a voice for vulnerable Western Australians.
Community Sector Recovery Webinar Series
13 September 2020
As part of our plan for Recovery from COVID-19 in Western Australia, WACOSS holds weekly webinars about key topics facing the community services sector in WA.
Read moreThe WACOSS office is now open.
2 June 2020
The WACOSS office re-opened on Tuesday 2 June. With current social distancing guidelines, WACOSS can accommodate up to 18 visitors. If you don’t have an appointment or a meeting, we recommend you call ahead to ensure we can accommodate you at the office. Some WACOSS staff may still continue to work remotely. If you need […]
Read moreJobKeeper News and Information
21 May 2020
On Friday 24 April 2020, the Federal Government made some significant clarifications to the JobKeeper payment scheme, which will make a big difference to the community services sector.
Read moreStories from community service sector workers
29 April 2020
The community service and its frontline staff have continued to go to work each and every day during the COVID-19 crisis to support people in our communities who are vulnerable, experiencing hardship and disadvantage.
Read morePresentation to The Parliamentary Friends for Children
14 March 2019
Louise Giolitto, CEO, and Sue Nye, Manager Early Years, presented a whole-of-government Child Poverty and Wellbeing Strategy to the Parliamentary Friends for Children on Thursday 14 March 2019.
Read moreMaking Place WACOSS Conference Papers available for download
3 May 2018
The Making Place WACOSS Conference 2018 was a celebration of place-based success and achievements. Thank you to everyone who joined us from far and wide. Papers and presentations from the event can be downloaded here.
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