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.
Feds Fail to Increase JobSeeker to What is Needed
February 23, 2021
The Western Australian Council of Social Service has slammed the decision by the Federal Government to increase JobSeeker by an insulting $3.57 a day. “This miserly increase to JobSeeker is not even close to what is required,” said Louise Giolitto, CEO, WACOSS. “Scott Morrison could not make clearer his utter disdain for the needs of […]
Read moreInvesting in the safety and wellbeing of women and their children
February 11, 2021
The Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing, Stopping Family Violence, and the Western Australian Council of Social Services would like to congratulate the WA Labor Government on its 60 million dollar investment in expanding its response to family and domestic violence in this State.
Read moreCommunity Services Excellence Awards Finalists Announced
January 19, 2021
Finalists have been announced for the 2021 Community Services Excellence Awards, with 32 outstanding nominees named by the Honourable Simone McGurk MLA, Minister for Community Services.
Read moreHousehold Energy Efficiency Scheme will assist families reduce power bills
December 29, 2020
The Western Australian Council of Social Service today welcomed the announcement of a four-year, $13 million scheme to assist low-income households with large bills to reduce their energy consumption.
Read moreBefore the Cuts Began, Income Support Was Finally Covering Living Costs
December 17, 2020
New figures from the Western Australian Council of Social Service have revealed the overwhelmingly positive impact that increased income support, had for people locked out of paid employment earlier this year.
Read moreFunding Boost Recognises Importance of Community Sector in Recovery
December 14, 2020
The Western Australian Council of Social Service and Community Employers WA have applauded today’s announcement of a $15 million funding boost for the community services sector by the McGowan Government for the 12 months to June 2022.
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