Media releases Archives - Page 7 of 30

Jesuit Social Services celebrates World Refugee Day
- 20 June 2022
This World Refugee Day, Jesuit Social Services acknowledges and honours the positive contributions that refugees and people seeking asylum have in our communities, both in Australia and around the world.
Tasmania takes positive step to keep young children out of detention
- 15 June 2022
Jesuit Social Services welcomes the Tasmanian Government’s commitment to ensure no child under 14 is held in youth detention, while reiterating that this is just one step toward the ultimate goal to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14.
Federal Election result shows Australians want action to reduce inequality
- 22 May 2022
Jesuit Social Services congratulates the incoming Albanese Government on its Federal Election victory, and says the result is a recognition that Australians want to see action on key issues including climate change and reducing poverty and inequality.
Budget’s emphasis on health and wellbeing will support many Victorians
- 3 May 2022
he Victorian Budget 2022/23, handed down today, contains a range of investments to help the health and wellbeing of Victorians including vulnerable people. Building on last year’s significant spending, this year’s focus areas include mental health and housing.
Incoming Federal Government must focus on creating a more compassionate and just Australia
- 22 April 2022
Less than one month out from the Federal Election, Jesuit Social Services calls on political leaders to commit to policies, practices and investments that allow all Australians the opportunity to reach their full potential
Zero emissions transition plan must prioritise affected communities
- 5 April 2022
The latest report by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which assesses methods for reducing greenhouse gases to mitigate climate change, is a reminder that people experiencing disadvantage and communities with livelihoods dependent on emissions-intensive industries must be a focus in the urgent transition to a clean economy, says Jesuit Social Services.…
Temporary Budget measures come at expense of plans to tackle rising inequality
- 30 March 2022
The Federal Budget 2022-23, handed down last night, contains a range of spending measures to provide temporary relief around the current cost of living pressures being experienced by millions of Australians, but is ultimately a missed opportunity to make a sustainable difference to issues such as inequality, affordable housing and climate change, says Jesuit Social…
Emphasis on place-based responses an effective way to prevent crime
- 24 March 2022
The implementation of a range of recommendations to prevent crime through targeted work in disadvantaged communities, as highlighted in the final report of the Inquiry into Victoria’s Criminal Justice System, will ultimately support a more cohesive Victoria with less crime and fewer victims, says Jesuit Social Services.
National policies and place-based solutions crucial to address climate change
- 1 March 2022
A new report by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which outlines a number of key climate-related risks for Australia, is a reminder of the urgency for evidence-based and inclusive climate action. It also highlights that the effects of climate change are being felt at community level right across Australia, says Jesuit…
Expanded access to skills and training will support cohesive communities
- 18 February 2022
The Victorian Government’s expansion of a program that provides free and subsidised skills and training services to refugees and people seeking asylum will ensure more people can make a positive contribution to the community and reach their potential, says Jesuit Social Services. “Access to skills and training, and in turn employment, are critical for all…