The Budget Submission is the annual strategic policy recommendations. It is the Submission to the Western Australian State Government on the priorities for social expenditure in the following State Budget. It forms a significant part of our policy and advocacy work, influencing funding decisions that impact community service organisations and the Western Australian community, particularly […]
The Budget Submission is the annual strategic policy recommendations. It is the Submission to the Western Australian State Government on the priorities for social expenditure in the following State Budget. It forms a significant part of our policy and advocacy work, influencing funding decisions that impact community service organisations and the Western Australian community, particularly […]
This event will be useful for organisations that would like: An update on where the regulatory environment of governance is heading for NGOs Possible changes that will be occurring to the ACNC's objectives and activities Advocacy you can and can't do as a charity Whether the purpose of your organisation impacts your ability to advocate The […]
WACOSS has secured an opportunity for members to hear directly from the Department of Treasury, on the current economic performance of Western Australia. Alistair Jones, Executive Director of the Economic Business Unit and Michael Andrews, Acting Executive Director of Strategic Policy and Evaluation, will be offering a briefing for WACOSS members, to give an insight […]
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.