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Submission to the ALRC inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence
Jesuit Social Services welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) Inquiry into justice responses to sexual violence.
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Submission to the Inquiry into capturing data on family violence perpetrators in Victoria
Jesuit Social Services welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Victorian Parliament’s Inquiry into capturing data on family violence perpetrators in Victoria.
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Priority investments for the 2024/25 Victorian State Budget
While we continue to advocate for a comprehensive set of changes to policies, practices, services and infrastructure, we have identified a priority list of investments we believe are critical and achievable to deliver real change for Victorians currently facing disadvantage. These investments will serve all those across the state by contributing to safe and thriving…
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Federal Pre-Budget Submission 2024-25
Jesuit Social Services calls on the Federal government to devote resources towards reducing inequity and exclusion, and ensuring people on the margins are given every opportunity to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. The upcoming budget must provide meaningful cost of living relief, especially for people on the lowest incomes, and must provide adequate and secure…
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Submission to the Draft Online Safety Standards consultation
In general, we support the proposed Standards and commend the eSafety Commissioner for proposing them. We believe that the right to protection from exploitation, violence and abuse, and the rights and best interests of children, are paramount.
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Jesuit Social Services welcomed the opportunity to respond to the Climate Change Amendment (Duty of Care and Intergenerational Climate Equity) Bill 2023. This is an important amendment, which would require decision-makers to more explicitly consider the impact on future generations of any new legislation that has the potential to affect action on climate change. We…
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Jesuit Social Services was pleased to contribute a submission in response to the Department of Social Services’ Issues Paper on the Federal Government’s election commitment for “a stronger, more diverse and independent community sector”. Our submission argues reform is needed to change the way Government works with and funds community services organisations.
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Response to the National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Child Sexual Abuse
Jesuit Social Services welcomed the opportunity to respond to the National Office for Child Safety’s consultation paper, Understanding sexual behaviours displayed by children and young people: National principles and key terminology.
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Submission to the National Housing and Homelessness Plan
Jesuit Social Services was pleased to contribute a submission to the National Housing and Homelessness Plan – a 10-year Federal Government strategy to inform future housing and homelessness policy in Australia and help more Australians access safe and affordable housing. The Plan comes as an unprecedented housing crisis grips Australia. The gulf between demand for…
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Submission to the Multicultural Framework Review
Jesuit Social Services welcomed the opportunity to respond to the Multicultural Framework Review, making recommendations to support a cohesive and multicultural Australia that celebrates the contributions of migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum.