The University of Western Australia Business School, in partnership with WACOSS, invites you to the next event in the 2019 Morgan Stanley Series, Charities: Their Nature and Purpose, presented by Professor David Gilchrist on Thursday 27 June 2019. The establishment of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission in 2013 was a watershed in relation to […]
The WA Government is currently considering legislation to privatise the TAB, the state-owned betting agency. As part of the sale, the legislation will permit simulated racing machines to be placed in TABs in WA. Come along to hear from experts talk about why permitting simulated racing machines is not a good idea for the health […]
Our independent research on the changing cost of living for low income households provides critical evidence to support advocacy about poverty in Western Australia. Our analysis offers insight into the changing financial pressures being faced by different households experiencing economic hardship and stress Following the official proceedings, there will be a sundowner event offering networking […]
The Department of Health, Shelter WA and WACOSS are inviting frontline community services employees to attend an online information session about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. WHO? This session is designed for people who are at the forefront of providing guidance and information to vulnerable members of our community. WHAT? WA Health experts will talk about […]
The Department of Health, Shelter WA and WACOSS are inviting frontline community services employees to attend an online information session about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. WHO? This session is designed for people who are at the forefront of providing guidance and information to vulnerable members of our community. WHAT? WA Health experts will talk about […]
The Department of Health, Shelter WA and WACOSS are inviting frontline community services employees to attend an online information session about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. WHO? This session is designed for people who are at the forefront of providing guidance and information to vulnerable members of our community. WHAT? WA Health experts will talk about […]
This free 2 hour workshop will introduce participants to how and why outcomes are increasingly being used to measure and report the impact of services. The workshop will also provide guidance on how a volunteer or funded service might use outcome-focused assessment and referral tools.
The Department of Health, Shelter WA and WACOSS are inviting frontline community services employees to attend an online information session about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. WHO? This session is designed for people who are at the forefront of providing guidance and information to vulnerable members of our community. WHAT? WA Health experts will talk about […]
The WA State Budget will be handed down on Thursday 12 May 2022 and WACOSS will once again be offering a briefing to our members on what the implications are for them, the broader sector and the community. The WACOSS team will be working late into the night to develop fact sheets and detailed analysis on how the State Budget will […]
The Western Australian Council of Social Service are pleased to welcome you to the State Budget Submission and Annual General Meeting. Each year, we provide the State Government with a State Budget Submission that reflects the sector's priorities for expenditure in the following State Budget. The Submission is a culmination of sector-wide consultation and conversations, […]
Hosted in partnership with the State Emergency Management Committee and the National Emergency Management Agency.
Navigating disruption, crisis, and conflict are normal challenges in community organisations. Things go awry, from time to time, with people, relationships, and whole group dynamics. It doesn't make it any easier or less painful, however, to know you are not the first person or organisation to come across a difficult individual or experience a schism. […]
Join the first in our Women in Focus webinar series, where we will learn from innovative programs working with young women.
Join the second in our Women in Focus webinar series, where we will hear from three thought leaders working in the area.Â
Join us for the launch of the State Budget Submission, and members are invited to stay for our Annual General Meeting.
Learn how to apply for funding from the Australian Government Disaster Ready Fund.
Join WACOSS, and the prominent economist, Dr Richard Denniss from The Australia Institute for an explanation of the key economic issues of our time and how they impact on our sector in a way that cuts through.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Bunbury region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Rockingham region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in Mirrrabooka and surrounding suburbs.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Northam region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Port Hedland region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Karratha region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Northcliffe region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Albany region.
With record-breaking global temperatures on the rise, we’re feeling the heat now more than ever. What does this mean for our health? Who is the most vulnerable? And what can be done to help us prepare for, and mitigate, high heat?
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in Belmont and surrounding suburbs.
Join the first webinar in our 2024 calendar to learn more about the Advocacy Toolkit at its practical applications.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in Tuart Hill and surrounding suburbs.
This free online workshop will focus on National Principle 5: People working with children and young people are suitable and supported to reflect child safety and wellbeing values in practice.
Join us for our annual Emerging Issues Forum for an environmental scan to help support the service and strategic planning needs of community services into the future.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Mandurah region.
Join us for our analysis of the 2024 State Budget and the impacts it will have on the community services sector. With special guests from the Department of Treasury.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Geraldton region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Kalgoorlie region.
This full-day training provides a holistic approach to creating and developing child-safe organisations in the Esperance region.