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2 May 2024
Ending violence against women
Over the weekend, thousands of people rallied around Australia calling for immediate action to stop the high rate of violence against women. This year so far, 27 women have been killed in violent incidents, including five women who were killed in the horrific attack at Bondi Junction shopping centre.
NCOSS supports the call for action to stop the rising rate of domestic and family violence. Key to this is funding specialist domestic and family violence services and building new affordable homes for women and children escaping violence.
The CEO of Domestic Violence NSW Delia Donovan said yesterday: "The NSW
government has already made commitments to address domestic and family violence through numerous plans and strategies. We’re asking them to fully fund these existing recommendations before conducting a large-scale inquiry such as a Royal Commission." Read DV NSW's media release here.
You may also like to sign and share this pledge to end domestic and family violence that DV NSW started earlier this year.
Regional Forum in Dubbo
Please come along to discuss some critical issues in Dubbo, Forbes, Parkes, Condobolin, Wellington, Coonamble, Coonabarabran, Bourke, Nyngan, Cobar, Walgett, and Brewarrina. Scroll down for more information on how to register.
The forum is presented by NCOSS and local hosts Mission Australia. It will focus on keeping communities safe and kids out of jail, housing communities, and building access to services through a strong and resilient social service sector.
Extension of portable long service leave submission
NCOSS is preparing our submission to the NSW Government on its Portable Long Service Leave scheme. We have been granted an extension for our submission, which means we are still accepting feedback from members about how this scheme will impact your organisation.
Scroll down for more details about our 5-minute survey, which is open until Friday, May 3.
Welcome to a new staff member
Last week Justine Lee joined the NCOSS policy team. Her area of work will focus on the sustainability of our sector, in particular, the Secure Jobs, Funding Certainty Taskforce, Portable Long Service Leave scheme and Targeted Early Intervention recommissioning.
She has deep knowledge of the sector, having previously worked at Barnados, ACWA, Mission Australia and Family Planning NSW. Welcome to Justine!
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NCOSS Submission - Inquiry on Community Safety
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The NSW government is currently conducting an inquiry into community safety in regional and rural communities in NSW. More information is available here. Submissions are due on 31 May 2024.
NCOSS will be making a submission and will be holding an online consultation on 14 May.
Please contact advocacy@ncoss.org.au if you would like to participate in the consultation or fill out
this survey here. The survey will close on 15 May.
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NCOSS Regional Forum - Dubbo
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22 May 10am to 3.30pm
Rhino Lodge 14L Camp Rd Dubbo
Join in the conversation about how to reduce risk for regional communities in Western NSW.
NCOSS and local hosts Mission Australia in Dubbo would like to invite decision makers from social services, community organisations, lived experience advocates, and government agencies, including Local Government, from Western NSW to an interactive in person Regional Forum in Dubbo.
The focus of the day will be:
- Keeping communities safe and kids out of jail.
- Keeping communities housed.
- Workforce issues in the social service sector.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Dr Mindy Sotiri – CEO Justice Reform Initiative – Dr Sotiri will talk about what works to keep kids out of jail and communities safe.
- Michelle Craig - Manager Aboriginal Resource Unit, NSW Aboriginal Tenant Advice and Advocacy Services, Murra Mia Aboriginal Corporation – Michelle will highlight issues for Aboriginal renters in Western NSW.
- Rebecca Pinkstone – CEO Homes NSW – Rebecca will discuss how HomesNSW hopes to transform the way social and affordable housing is done to increase access, improve tenant experience, and collaborate with services on
the ground.
- Ben McAlpine Director Policy and Advocacy NCOSS – NCOSS sits on the Leadership Group for the Secure Jobs and Funding Certainty Taskforce. Ben will outline what positive outcomes the Taskforce might have for the sector in relation to sector staffing challenges in regional NSW.
The event is free but numbers are limited and we are nearly booked out so please REGISTER ASAP.
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Survey Extended - Portable Long Service Leave
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Member Survey – Extended until 3 May
Thank you to all those who have already completed our survey about the NSW Government's proposed portable long service leave scheme, thank you.
Because of the importance of getting this reform right, NCOSS has been granted an extension for our submission to allow extra time to consult with our members.
This means that we can keep our survey open until this Friday, 3 May. If you haven't done so already, can you please fill in our survey to tell us how this scheme will impact your organisation?
We are particularly keen to receive data related to actual Long Service Leave payments in recent years (Question 4), as this will help us understand the financial impact of the proposed levy.
Please contact Ben McAlpine (Director – Policy and Advocacy) at ben@ncoss.org.au, should you have any questions.
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Emergency Preparedness Workshops
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What is possible when we work together to support vulnerable people to be well prepared for future disasters?
Katungul ACRH&CS and Eden Community Access Centre (ECAC) invite staff and managers of Community Service Organisations supporting vulnerable communities, to join an important one-day interactive workshop, either in Bega or Moruya.
Bega:
Date: Monday 20
May 2024
Time: 9:30am to
3:00pm
Location: Bega
Civic Centre
Moruya:
Date: Wednesday
22 May 2024
Time: 9:30am to
3:00pm
Location: Moruya
Golf Club
This highly interactive workshop will give you an opportunity to connect with others working in the space and contribute your perspective on disaster preparedness for vulnerable communities.
The workshop will
seek to:
- Help identify organisations and the roles that support vulnerable members of the community in disasters
- Share some information with participants about emergency management arrangements
- Identify ways we can work together to support preparedness
- Build local connections and share ideas between different people and organisations
- Identify clear next steps for future preparedness for you and your organisation
Places are limited so please register here:
The workshops will be hosted by David Newell and Peter Pigott, who bring extensive experience in facilitation and working with communities for disaster resilience.
This workshop is supported through the Community Sector Disaster Capability Project led by NCOSS with LCSA and AbSec. Funded jointly by the Australian and NSW Governments through the Disaster Risk Reduction Fund.
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NSW Health Advisory Council
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Caption: Image of people doing various activities like riding a bike, talking to friends and playing basketball.
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Call to join the NSW Health Consumer, Carer and Community Advisory Council
The NSW Ministry of Health is inviting NSW consumers, carers and community members to express their interest in joining the new Consumer, Carer and Community Advisory Council. The Council will provide impartial and independent advice on strategic issues and report directly to the Secretary of NSW Health. This is an important opportunity to be involved in strategic decision-making for health in NSW and those interested are encouraged to apply. Applications close 5pm Monday 3 June 2024 and more information can be found here. |
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| Resilient Responders and Empowering Conversations
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Caption: Text reads: "Free one day training. Resilient responders and empowering conversations. Supporting NFPs in flood impacted Central West
NSW. Dubbo 24 May."
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Introducing a free training in Dubbo on 24 May designed to equip you with the tools and skills to navigate psychological safety and trauma in your line of duty.
You'll gain a modern understanding of psychological functioning and trauma, techniques to resolve trauma, both in yourself and those you serve, strategies for creating and maintaining psychological safety in the workplace, and how to deliver supportive interventions to clients in distress.Because sometimes, a simple conversation can make all the difference.
Register now for this opportunity to enhance your resilience and empower your community. https://ow.ly/RrH650RjzAA
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Women's Community Shelters Raffle
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Caption: Separate images of a sunrise, a tree, and a spa. Text reads: 'Win a luxurious stay valued at $10,000. Enter now.'
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Enter the Women's Community Shelters raffle for a chance to win a luxurious prize package worth $10,000 at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat.
Win 5 nights accommodation, plus a $2,000 Flight Centre Gift Voucher to help you get there.
Fully indulge in all that Gwinganna has to offer; spa treatments, massages, facials, beautifully cooked fresh, organic meals and more, your stay promises to be an
unforgettable experience, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
By participating, you'll also be supporting women and children escaping homelessness, domestic, and family violence.
Buy tickets at this link.
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National Child and Family Investment Strategy
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Caption: White text on blue and green background. Text reads: "Families Australia".
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Over the coming years, the National Child and Family Investment Strategy, (currently under development), will drive a shift in proportionate investment for child and family services delivered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, towards the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Organisations (ACCO) sector.
Families Australia have been
engaged by the Department of Social Services to undertake the ‘Changing the Balance’ research project which explores the potential impact on non-indigenous Non-Government Organisations (NGOs). They have recently conducted a number of consultation sessions on the impacts of the transition.
Following on from the consultations, Families Australia have a short survey which gives opportunities for NGOs to provide further feedback. The survey is open until Friday 3 May 2024 and can be accessed here.
For queries about this survey contact: policy@familiesaustralia.org.au
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Inclusive Care Planning
Mental Health Carers NSW
17 May, 10am-2pm, online
Free | Register here
Inclusive care planning refers to how everyone involved in a person’s care network can work together inclusively and collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcome for their loved one.
By the end of this course, you will be aware of the national standards for mental health services as well as your rights within these settings,
understand the principles of working collaboratively, develop a sound understanding of Open Dialogue and feel like you have the appropriate knowledge and resources to help assist an individual in inclusive care planning situations.
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Vulnerable Communities Emergency Preparedness
Workshop
20 May, Bega Civic Centre
22 May, Moruya Golf Club
Free | RSVP to RebeccaE@katungul.org.au
Social service NGOs in Bega Valley and Eurobodalla Shires are invited to this workshop to build organisations and community emergency preparedness.
- Hear from local NGO leaders and Emergency Management representatives
- Develop a framework for working together to support those most impacted by disasters.
Management and Service Delivery staff are encouraged to attend.
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Social Work Seminar
University of Newcastle
15 May, 3.30pm-5pm, Ourimbah campus
Free | Register here
Identifying pathways for children in out-of-home care. Dr Amanda Moon will share her research and findings over the course of her studies, providing valuable insight to the Education and Social Services sector.
Emily Fuller will talk about the University of Newcastle's program ‘Live, Learn, Grow’ that supports students from OOHC backgrounds.
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Walk for WAGEC
Women's and Girls' Emergency Centre
5 May, Centennial Park, Sydney
$25 | Register here: Walk for WAGEC 2024
Walk 10km at Centennial Park, Sydney on Sunday 5 May to raise money for women and children escaping domestic violence and homelessness.
Raise money by asking your community to donate to your Walk for WAGEC page. They can donate knowing that every
dollar raised builds safer futures for women in children
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Westpac Foundation Inclusive Employment Grant
Closing Date: 20 May
If you're an Australian community organisation or a social enterprise working to create inclusive employment
opportunities for people facing barriers to work, you may be eligible for an Inclusive Employment Grant.
For more information, visit the grant information page.
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National Disability Conference Initiative
Closing Date: 20 May
This grant opportunity provides grants to conference organisers to assist people with disability to participate in nationally-focused, disability-related conferences held in Australia. Grants will support eligible conference organisers to provide accessibility measures that will maximise the
inclusion and participation of people with disability at their conference.
For more information, visit the grant information page.
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The Ian Potter Foundation Community Wellbeing
Closing Date: 7 June
In the Community
Wellbeing program area, the Foundation seeks to identify and support those organisations which have well thought out projects that seek to help vulnerable members of the community to overcome the challenging circumstances in which they find themselves.
The Foundation only considers grant applications for multi-year grants for a minimum of $100,000.
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Bank of Sydney Grant for Good
Closing Date: 10 June
The Grant for Good is an annual $20,000 community grant to provide help to projects, organisations and initiatives that promote social inclusion activities, health and wellbeing, sports and other fields that benefit our communities.
For more information, visit the grant information page.
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Caption: Text reading "Closing Soon!"
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100 Women
Closing Date: 8 May 2024
100 Women is a collaborative giving circle that amplifies the giving power of everyday
people to create significant change for women and girls. Up to $50,000 will be given to multiple projects that advance the safety, health, education and economic freedom of women and girls.
For more information, visit the grant information page.
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HESTA Excellence Awards
Closing Date: 12 May
2024
The HESTA Excellence Awards recognise exceptional achievements in a range of settings across aged care, allied health, community services and disability services. Winners will share a $60,000 prize pool.
For more information, visit the grant information page.
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Some of the latest from our Jobs Board:
LGBTQ+
Sexual Violence Consult Officer (Sydney CBD) - ACON - VIEW JOB
Centre Coordinator - Bankstown Wellness Centre (Inner West Sydney) - Older Women's Network NSW - VIEW JOB
Burwood WDVCAS Hearing Support Worker (Inner West Sydney) - CABL - VIEW JOB
Community Programs Coordinator (Identified) (Sydney wide) - Link Wentworth - VIEW JOB
Legal Research Officer (Identified) (Sydney CBD) - PIAC - VIEW JOB
Case Worker, Group Work Coordinator (South East Sydney) - Kingsway Care - VIEW JOB
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NCOSS gives its members the opportunity to share their stories, research, resources, events and more through NCOSS eNews. If you have something to share with the sector, send through a short blurb (50-70 words), image (250 x 250px) and relevant links to info@ncoss.org.au.
We will endeavour to add it to an edition of NCOSS e-News (goes out every fortnight on Thursday morning). Deadline for content is 5:00pm on Monday, the week of publication. The next deadline is Monday, 13 May 2024.
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