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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230921T103000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Supporting Young Women to Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Women in Focus Webinar Series\nWebinar 1: Supporting Young Women to Thrive\nFor many young women in WA\, life circumstances such as poverty\, trauma\, lack of services or unmet needs\, lead to poor social\, economic and health outcomes. These outcomes can have far reaching impacts and may lead to entrenched disadvantage. \nThe community service sector play a significant role in developing positive social determinants that enable young women and act as protective factors against the ongoing impacts of social and public health issues\, such as gender-based violence\, racism\, discrimination\, inequality\, poverty and social exclusion. Importantly\, these protective factors also support young women to live empowered\, happy\, safe\, and secure lives. \nThis webinar provides a space to discuss how we enhance work to support and enable young women in WA\, through investment in positive social determinants that support positive life outcomes. During the webinar you will hear from three innovative programs working with young women\, including: \n\nBrave Foundation – an Australian not-for-profit that equips expecting and parenting young people with resources\, referral\, and education opportunities to facilitate happy\, healthy\, and skilled families over time.\nShooting Stars – an initiative of Glass Jar Australia which empowers Aboriginal girls and women across Western and South Australia to make informed choices about their education and employment journey\, helping them shoot for the stars.\nSexual Health Quarters – The HERS Project – (Hura\, Empowered\, Resilient\, Sisters) program is a peer-education program for young women aged 16-29 years from migrant and refugee backgrounds\, that builds knowledge\, confidence and skills in sexual rights\, consent and respectful relationships\, and sexual health.\n\nA representative from each program will provide an overview of their work and share learnings about supporting young women to build supportive and nurturing environments. Representatives will then join a panel discussion based on the question: How can the community service sector support young women through investment in positive social determinants that prevent poor social\, economic and health outcomes\, and promote positive ones?  Webinar attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and join the discussion. \nThis webinar will be hosted by Alison Evans\, CEO of the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/supporting-women-to-thrive-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230825T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230731T031451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T091605Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Emerging Issues 2023
DESCRIPTION:Our conversation will focus on groups excluded from the workforce\, the current workforce challenges facing the community sector and burnout within the workforce. \nWe will hear the lived experiences of people who are feeling the impact of a growing swell of political extremism\, and the impact that has on the day-to-day lives of ordinary Australians\, and the wider impact on our political landscape. \nWe will also continue the discussion on working together in transitioning services to ACCOs. \nMore specifically\, Emerging Issues Forum will focus on the following key issues: \nMoving to Aboriginal Service Delivery\nFollowing a successful Day 3 at our Conference in May\, we will focus on how we can work in partnership in moving to ACCO service delivery. This is a significant conversation to have\, in light of the Referendum that will be held this year\, and the positive impact it can have in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. \nWith guest speakers: \n\nJenny Sala\, Executive Manager of Business Development\, Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia\nKlaudia Shenton\, Policy and Strategy Manager\, Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia\nCheryl Smith\, Assistant Director General of Aboriginal Outcomes at the Department of Communities WA\n\nLabour market and workforce trends\, challenges and opportunities: Supporting workers facing disadvantage and building community sector capacity\nUnemployment is at historically low levels and community sector organisations face particular difficulties in recruiting staff\, notably in regional areas. At the same time there are many groups in the community who face barriers to work. This presentation considers current and future labour market and workforce trends and issues\, focusing especially on addressing barriers for people who are excluded from jobs. \nWith guest speaker Dr Fiona Macdonald\, Policy Director\, Industrial and Social\, Centre for Future Work \nCollaboration: How does working together affect workforce wellbeing\nWe know collaboration helps social services address the complex needs they see in their clients\, but could it also be the key to looking after the people delivering these services? This session will share the findings of Health Justice Australia’s involvement in the Global Burnout Survey and explore their implications for the design and delivery of services that look after their workforce as well as the communities they support. \nWith guest speaker Dr Tessa Boyd-Cain\, Founding CEO\, Health Justice Australia \nLived experience of a politically extremist world from the Trans perspective\nIn 2023\, political extremism is becoming more and more an issue in Australian society. The rise of hate speech and bigotry is affecting Western Australians and changing our political landscape. \nWith guest speakers Dylan Green\, Lived Experience Advocate \nDylan Green is a WACOSS employee and a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Dylan is a transman raised in Perth who has presented on a number of panels for various organisations and Government Departments and has represented the trans community on consumer reference groups for the WA State Government. \nThe extremist landscape in 2023 – emerging challenges and considerations\nThis brief will outline three emerging and intensifying trends relating to issues of extremism within contemporary Australian society impacting social cohesion and safety for minority groups: the increasing impact of transnational networks; ‘Salad Bar’ ideology; and the growing role of influencer ecosystems. \nWith special guest speaker Dr Ben Rich\, Co-director\, Curtain Extremism Research Network (CERN)\, Senior Lecturer\, International Relations and History\, Curtin University \n  \nPlease note\, this webinar will be recorded.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/emerging-issues-2023/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230727T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T090448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T090448Z
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SUMMARY:Northam Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Ashleigh Gregory\, Community Relief and Resilience Coordinator. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Northam and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/northam-conversation/
LOCATION:Bridgeley Community Centre\, 91-93 Wellington St\, Northam\, Western Australia\, 6401\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230726T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230711T083129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T083129Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Communities will have conflict. How can we lessen the pain?
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMegan and Kath have both researched these hard to manage—and hard on people—conflict situations\, which may include rifts between factions in an organisation; exclusion\, bullying and incivility; “sticky situations” with volunteers; power plays; or perceived threats to an organisation’s identity or future existence. \nThis webinar will be a chance to be introduced to their research\, ask questions\, and perhaps reframe a seemingly stuck situation—from the present or the past—or to strengthen your organisation’s capacity to manage the inevitable incidence of conflict in the future. \nThis webinar will be hosted by Dr Megan Paull and Dr Katherine Sugars from Murdoch University. \n 
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/webinar-communities-will-have-conflict-how-can-we-lessen-the-pain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230725T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T090208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T090208Z
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SUMMARY:Kalgoorlie and Esperance Conversation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Emily Hull\, Senior Policy & Project Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Kalgoorlie\, Esperance and the surrounding region. \nThis Conversation will be convened online. A link to participate in the online event will be sent the day prior to the event.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/kalgoorlie-and-esperance-conversation-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230720T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T085853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T030840Z
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SUMMARY:Geraldton Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Chris Twomey\, Leader\, Policy and Research. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Geraldton and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/geraldton-conversation/
LOCATION:Geraldton Lotteries House\, 114 Sanford St\, Geraldton\, Western Australia\, 6530\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T085549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T085549Z
UID:23084-1689674400-1689681600@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:South Metro Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Graham Hansen\, Senior Policy Officer\, and Emily Hull\, Senior Policy and Project Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in the South Metro area\, or if you are unable to attend any other date closer to your service area.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/south-metro-conversation/
LOCATION:Walyalup Civic Centre\, 151 High Street\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230718T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T085308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T085308Z
UID:23080-1689670800-1689678000@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Newman Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Celeste Stephens\, Pilbara Manager\, and Rose Barton\, Pilbara Senior Policy Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Newman and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/newman-conversation/
LOCATION:Newman House – Conference Room\, 15 Iron Ore Pde\, Newman\, WA\, 6753\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230712T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T085032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T085032Z
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SUMMARY:Hedland Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Celeste Stephens\, Pilbara Manager\, and Rose Barton\, Pilbara Senior Policy Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Hedland and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/hedland-conversation/
LOCATION:South Hedland Lotteries House – Conference Room\, 2 Leake Street\, South Hedland\, WA\, 6722\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T084625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T084625Z
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SUMMARY:Karratha Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Celeste Stephens\, Pilbara Manager\, and Rose Barton\, Pilbara Senior Policy Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Karratha and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/karratha-conversation/
LOCATION:Welcome Lotteries House – Conference Room\, 7 Morse Court\, Karratha\, WA\, 6714\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230710T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T084339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T084339Z
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SUMMARY:Albany Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Chris Twomey\, Leader\, Policy and Research. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Albany and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/albany-conversation/
LOCATION:Albany Lotteries House\, 211 North Road\, Centennial Park\, WA\, 6330\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230707T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230707T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T083144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T083144Z
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SUMMARY:Busselton Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Chris Twomey\, Leader\, Policy and Research. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Busselton and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/busselton-conversation/
LOCATION:Busselton Community Resource Centre\, 21 Cammilleri St\, Busselton\, WA\, 6085\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230707T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T082632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T083520Z
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SUMMARY:Bunbury Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Chris Twomey\, Leader\, Policy and Research. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Bunbury and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/bunbury-conversation/
LOCATION:Hudson Road Family Centre\, 95 Hudson Rd\, Bunbury\, Western Australia\, 6230\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T081546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T083308Z
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SUMMARY:East Metro Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Ashleigh Gregory\, Community Relief and Resilience Coordinator. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in the East Metro area\, or if you are unable to attend any other date closer to your service area.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/east-metro-conversation/
LOCATION:Armadale Lotteries House\, 122 Forrest Road\, Armadale\, Western Australia\, 6112\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230704T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T075358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T075358Z
UID:23051-1688464800-1688472000@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Mandurah Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Graham Hansen\, Senior Policy Officer\, and Emily Hull\, Senior Policy and Project Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in the Mandurah area\, or if you are unable to attend any other date closer to your service area.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/mandurah-conversation/
LOCATION:Family Relationship Centre Mandurah\, 2/331 Pinjarra Road\, Mandurah\, Western Australia\, 6210\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T074900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T081213Z
UID:23047-1688032800-1688040000@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Broome Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Ashleigh Gregory\, Community Relief and Resilience Coordinator. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Broome and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/broome-conversation/
LOCATION:Broome CIRCLE\, 27 Frederick St\, Broome\, Western Australia\, 6725\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T074312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T074312Z
UID:23043-1687946400-1687953600@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:North Metro Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Graham Hansen\, Senior Policy Officer\, and Emily Hull\, Senior Policy and Project Officer. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in the North Metro area\, or if you are unable to attend any other date closer to your service area.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/north-metro-conversation/
LOCATION:City of Wanneroo Civic Centre – Banksia Room 2\, 23 Dundebar Rd\, Wannderoo\, Western Australia\, 6065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230626T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230622T073547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T073547Z
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SUMMARY:Kununurra Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service invites you to our State Budget Submission community conversation. Each year WACOSS makes a Submission to the WA Government outlining priorities for public investment for people and communities who experience vulnerability and disadvantage\, highlighting emerging issues\, priorities of front­line community services and investment in community services. \nIn his first press conference after being elected Premier\, Roger Cook stated ‘the measure of any society is the way it treats its most disadvantaged and defenceless.’ WACOSS sees this as a big opportunity for our advocacy. Now is the time to bring the issues of the day to the new Cook Government\, to highlight the key issues including escalating cost-of-living and housing availability crisis and advocate for real change. \nWACOSS is seeking input on your key priorities and views to inform our State Budget Submission. \nThis conversation will be convened by Rachel Siewert\, Deputy CEO\, and Ashleigh Gregory\, Community Relief and Resilience Coordinator. It is free to attend and open to all NFP and NGO community and social service providers working in Kununurra and the surrounding region.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/kununurra-conversation/
LOCATION:The Cambridge\, 47 Victoria Hwy\, Kununurra\, Western Australia\, 6743\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230501T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230501T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20221122T022049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T071047Z
UID:22064-1682964000-1682974800@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Community Services Excellence Awards
DESCRIPTION:Take me now to register for the Community Services Excellence Awards. \n\nCommunity service organisations are the heartbeat of our communities. Every day\, hundreds of determined staff and volunteers work to assist Western Australians who experience disadvantage and adversity.\n\nMost of these staff and volunteers expect little in return for their hard work\, whether they are making positive change for children\, young people\, families\, or entire communities.\n\nA partnership between the Western Australian Government\, through the Department of Communities\, and WACOSS\, the partnership’s success is due to the commitment of collaboration between the State Government and the community services sector.\n\nThe Community Services Excellence Awards are a celebration of WA’s unsung heroes and the organisations they work for.\n\nNominations for the awards open Thursday 1 December 2022.\n\nThe Community Service Excellence Awards coincide with the biennial WACOSS Conference.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/community-services-excellence-awards-2/
LOCATION:Perth Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230501T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230503T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20221122T023029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T070320Z
UID:22068-1682928000-1683117000@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:WACOSS Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Take me to register for the Conference\n\nThe 2023 WACOSS Conference comes at an important\, historic moment\, as we tackle the big issues of our time\, implement the Uluru Statement\, and demonstrate the collective power of community.\n\n\nResilient\, Strong and Brave: Collective Power of Community\, underpins how we lived through challenging times\, coming together in the face of pandemics and disasters to find local and joined-up solutions.\n\n\nIn the face of new challenges\, now is the time for us to be strong\, brave\, to grow our resilient\, and to assert our collective power.\n\n\nThe conference will explore the emergent and timely themes of:\n\nGender Equality and the Value of Caring\nCommunity Resilience\, Preparedness and Wellbeing\nThe Power of Advocacy\n\nThe Conference takes place over two days\, 1-2 May 2023\, in Boorloo (Perth) and will be followed by an interactive half-day workshop on 3 May 2023. More details about day three will be confirmed shortly.\n\n\nMajor supporters include Lotterywest\, the Department of Communities\, and the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.\n\n\nIn partnership with the Department of Communities\, and supported by Lotterywest\, the Community Service Excellence Awards coincide with the Conference and will take place in the evening of Monday 1 May 2023.\n\n\nThe WACOSS Conference is the largest gathering of the community services sector in WA\, and is an opportunity to come together as a sector\, learn and develop new skills\, reconnect and build new networks\, and create collaborations.\n\n\nRegistration\, coffee and networking starts at 8:00am. Conference program commences at 9:00am.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/wacoss-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Perth Stadium\, 333 Victoria Park Drive\, Burswood\, Western Australia\, 6100\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230308T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230308T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230222T024429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T024536Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Applying for funding to reduce disaster risk and prepare for disasters in Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host this webinar\, in partnership with the State Emergency Management Committee and the National Emergency Management Agency\, to provide an overview of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Program and the Disaster Ready Australia Fund. \nThis webinar will help give an understanding of both programs and encourage applications from the WA Community Service Organisations and Local Governments. \nBoth agencies will discuss program eligibility and provide the opportunity for the sector to ask questions. The webinar will include a short presentation from recently successful NDRR application from the community sector. \nJoining the webinar will be Disaster Risk Reduction and Disability Advocate\, Clare Gibellini\, who will provide a short presentation on emergency management planning and disability inclusion. \nDisaster Ready Fund (DRF)\nThe Australian Government has established the Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) to provide up to $200 million per financial year\, over five years from 1 July 2023 ($1 billion in total). \nIt will fund projects that build resilience to\, prepare for\, or reduce the risk of\, future natural hazard impacts\, and help to build the long-term sustainability of communities at risk of being affected by future disasters. \nDFES is the applicant and lead agency for WA and it is expected that they will consult widely with community groups and local governments in developing applications. \nThe categories of eligible project activity types are Stream One: infrastructure and Stream Two: systemic risk reduction. \nNational Disaster Risk Reduction\nThe National Disaster Risk Reduction (NDRR) grant program will make about $2.5 million available in 2023 for projects that reduce disaster risk in Western Australia. Projects must contribute to achieving the objectives of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Framework (NDRRF) and the WA Implementation Plan for the NDRRF by reducing risks associated with at least one natural hazard. To be eligible\, projects must reduce disaster risk and improve community resilience\, rather than contributing to disaster relief\, response or recovery activities. \nOrganisation that are eligible to apply for NDRR grants are: \n\nLocal governments\nState government agencies\nGovernment trading entities\nIncorporated organisations\nNot-for-profit organisations.\n\nWebinar Details\nDate: Wednesday 8 March 2023\nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am \nThis webinar will be held online via Zoom. A link to access the webinar will be sent out the day prior to the event.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/webinar-applying-for-funding-to-reduce-disaster-risk-and-prepare-for-disasters-in-western-australia/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230203T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230203T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230119T053140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T012501Z
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SUMMARY:New Year Sector Breakfast 2023 - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:***The 2023 New Year Sector Breakfast is sold out.*** \nMark Glasson\, President\, and Louise Giolitto\, CEO\, invite you to attend our annual New Year Sector Breakfast. This event welcomes members to come together and celebrate our collective achievements over the past year\, and to embrace a new and exciting year ahead. \nWe would like to acknowledge the significant work of our members – the community sector and its tireless staff – and mark the commencement of a new year working towards a just\, inclusive and equitable society. \nBuild and strengthen your networks with sector peers and Government Ministers as your enjoy a stand-up breakfast\, hear inspiring stories\, and learn about the sector’s impact. This event is truly a celebration\, and we welcome you all to come together and join us. \nThis is an opportunity to hear from WACOSS’s new President Mark Glasson to highlight WACOSS’s priorities for the coming year to work towards a just\, inclusive and equitable society. \nJoining us as guest speaker will be the Honourable Sabine Winton\, new Minister for Community Services.  \nPlaces are limited so we ask that only one representative from each member organisation register to attend.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/new-year-sector-breakfast-2023/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Western Australia Rooftop\, Perth Cultural Centre\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20230118T003030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T053303Z
UID:22330-1675360800-1675364400@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Voice Yes Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The Voice Referendum is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for all Australians to come together and make a choice we are proud of. UnionsWA and WACOSS are proud to invite you to this briefing on the campaign at 6:00pm\, Thursday 2 February. Please RSVP as space is limited and bookings are essential. Light refreshments will be provided. \nDean Parkin is the Director of From the Heart and will lead this briefing. Dean has been closely involved in the process that resulted in the historic Uluru Statement From The Heart. He is from the Quandamooka peoples of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) in Queensland. He has a Bachelor of Arts (Politics and Journalism). \nRegister via the UnionsWA website: www.unionswa.com.au/voice_yes_briefing \n 
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/voice-yes-briefing/
LOCATION:CSA Building\, Level 6\, 445 Hay Street\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Philip O'Donoghue":MAILTO:podonoghue@unionswa.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221028T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20220830T081822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T082158Z
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SUMMARY:State Budget Submission launch and Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service are pleased to welcome you to the State Budget Submission and Annual General Meeting. \nEach 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\, forming a significant part of our policy and advocacy work\, and influencing funding decisions for community service organisations across WA. \nJoin us for the launch of the submission. \nRegistrations – 12:30pm \nEvent launch – 1:00pm \nEvent concludes – 2:00pm \nFollowing the State Budget Submission launch\, members are invited to stay for the Annual General Meeting. \nThe AGM is a wonderful opportunity for our members to be involved in welcoming the newly appointed Board Members\, and reflect on the significant work of of our organisation within the community service sector. \nAGM Registrations – 2:00 pm \nAGM Commences – 2:30 pm \nAGM Concludes – 4:00 pm \nIf you plan on attending both the Submission launch and the Annual General Meeting\, please ensure you register for both events. \nAny questions can be directed to info@wacoss.org.au. \nRegister via Humanitix.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/state-budget-submission-launch-and-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:The RISE\, 28 Eighth Avenue\, Maylands\, Western Australia\, 6051\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation,Half day,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220513T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20220427T064038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T080258Z
UID:20027-1652450400-1652457600@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:State Budget Briefing 2022
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe WACOSS team will be working late into the night to develop fact sheets and detailed analysis on how the State Budget will impact the community services sector and vulnerable people in our community; the people we all represent and advocate for. \nWACOSS Leader of Policy and Research\, Chris Twomey\, and Senior Policy Officer\, Eva Perroni\, will present this analysis on Friday 13 May from 2:00pm  via Zoom.  \nJoining them will be special guests from WA State Treasury\, Michael Andrews and Alistair Jones\, who will provide a summary presentation of the State Budget in areas relevant to the community service sector after which they will be invited to participate in a conversation with the community services sector in the issues that matter to you. \nThis is a free event for members\, but is open for anyone to join. This year WACOSS will be hosting the event entirely online via zoom due to the potential for COVID-19 restrictions to still be in place. Details on how to join the zoom call will be made available to all who register closer to the date. \nFor non-members who wish to attend there will be a cost of $45 per person. Become a WACOSS member for as little as $15 per year and get access to critical sector events and news. \nRegister for the event and a link to the Zoom presentation will be shared before the event.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/state-budget-briefing-2022/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20220427T065009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T080337Z
UID:20031-1651154400-1651159800@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:Emerging Issues Forum 2022
DESCRIPTION:It’s now been two years since COVID-19 first appeared and radically changed the ways in which we all we work and live. Being just months away from the first Federal Election since the pandemic began\, these two topics – the 2022 Federal Election alongside COVID-19 and its long-term impacts – are the two most current and relevant trends affecting the community services sector. \nStepping away from the dominant issues making the headlines at the moment\, this year’s forum will also include an important discussion on heatwaves after a summer that saw heat records tumble in WA\, and youth justice\, an issue that has made national news over the last twelve months. Both of these issues will have a focus on lived experience. \nThis year’s Emerging Issues Forum will focus on the following key issues with speakers to be confirmed closer to the date: \n\nThe Long-term impacts of COVID-19 – We are all going to have to learn to live and work with COVID-19 over the coming years; join us for a discussion on the implications of that reality.\nThe 2022 Federal Election – Mostly likely to be held in May\, the Emerging Issues Forum is the perfect opportunity to discuss the election agenda of relevance to the sector\, to look at offerings of the various major and minor parties\, as well as independents. We will also look at some likely election outcome scenarios to consider who makes up the government and who may be key points for influence\, what policies might be up for reform\, and what approach should we take in our advocacy post-election.\nHeatwaves – This summer WA has experienced the highest number of days over 40 degrees and the most consecutive days over 35 degrees in recorded history\, this will have an enormous impact on the health and wellbeing of all Western Australians and particularly impact on energy bills for low and middle income households. How should we be responding to frequent heat waves and the impacts of climate change?\nYouth Justice – This year will be a critical time for youth justice reform in WA. The campaign to Raise the Age is gaining momentum and national attention\, recent crime responses and ongoing & emerging issues highlight the urgent need for policy reform.\n\nThis is a free event for members\, but is open for anyone to join. This year WACOSS will be hosting the event entirely online via zoom due to the potential for COVID-19 restrictions to still be in place. Details on how to join the zoom call will be made available to all who register closer to the date. \nFor non-members who wish to attend there will be a cost of $40per person. Become a WACOSS member for as little as $15 per year and get access to critical sector events and news.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/emerging-issues-forum-2022/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220128T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20211217T025418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T025752Z
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SUMMARY:Join us at the New Year Sector Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Mark Glasson\, President\, and Louise Giolitto\, CEO\, invite you to attend our annual New Year Sector Breakfast. This event welcomes members to come together and celebrate our collective achievements over the past year\, and to embrace a new and exciting year ahead. \nWe would like to thank and acknowledge the work of our members – the community services sector and their staff – in these extraordinary times and the challenges involved in  continuing to deliver services to the most vulnerable in our community in the middle of a global pandemic. \nThis is an opportunity to hear from WACOSS’s new President Mark Glasson to highlight WACOSS’s priorities for the coming year to work towards a just\, inclusive and equitable society. \nPlaces are limited so we ask that only one representative from each member organisation register to attend. This year’s event will be held in a brand new venue – the Art Gallery of Western Australia’s Rooftop. \nEvent: New Year Sector Breakfast \nTime: 8:00am – 10:00am \nDate : Friday 28 January 2022 \nVenue: AGWA Rooftop\, Perth Cultural Centre \nPlease note that this is an event for WACOSS Members. Non-members will be charged a fee of $40 to attend.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/join-us-at-the-new-year-sector-breakfast/
LOCATION:Art Gallery of Western Australia Rooftop\, Perth Cultural Centre\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211022T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20210914T020011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T020821Z
UID:17544-1634904000-1634918400@wacoss-old.dropin.org.au
SUMMARY:WACOSS State Budget Submission Launch and Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Western Australian Council of Social Service are pleased to announce the 2022-23 State Budget Submission and 2021 Annual General Meeting. \nEach year\, WACOSS provides the Western Australian Government with a State Budget Submission which reflects the sector’s priorities for expenditure in the following State Budget. The Submission is a culmination of sector-wide consultation\, forming a significant part of WACOSS policy and advocacy work\, and influencing funding decisions for community services organisations across Western Australia. \nState Budget Submission \nRegistrations – 12:30 pm \nCommences – 1:00 pm \nConcludes – 2:00 pm \nFollowing the State Budget Submission\, members are invited to stay for the 2021 WACOSS Annual General Meeting. \nThe AGM is a wonderful opportunity for our members to be involved in welcoming the newly appointed WACOSS Board Members\, and reflect on the significant work of WACOSS within the Community Service sector. \nWACOSS AGM \nRegistrations – 2:00 pm \nCommences – 2:30 pm \nConcludes – 4:00 pm \nDon’t forget to add this important event to your calendar! Registrations are essential and can be made via Humanitix.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/wacoss-state-budget-submission-launch-and-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:The RISE\, 28 Eighth Avenue\, Maylands\, Western Australia\, 6051\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210727T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20210706T073549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T082337Z
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SUMMARY:State Budget Submission 2021 - Bunbury Conversation
DESCRIPTION:WACOSS invites you to attend our State Budget Submission conversation in Bunbury. Annually WACOSS make a State Budget Submission to the WA Government advocating for better investment in community services\, highlighting emerging issues and priorities\nof front-line community services. WACOSS are genuinely seeking input on whether the priorities we have identified for our state budget submission resonate with your community\, as well as priorities that are specific to Bunbury that may not have been identified. \nThis submission provides a way for WACOSS to take community concerns directly to the State Government\, serving as a catalyst for WACOSS to engage directly with relevant Ministers and government departments on their future priorities and policies.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/state-budget-submission-2021-bunbury-conversation/
LOCATION:Centrecare Bunbury\, 103 Clarke Street\, South Bunbury\, Western Australia\, 6230\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Event,Forum/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210727T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20210727T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105832
CREATED:20210706T080305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T082256Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Vaccines - Information session for frontline community services - 27 July 2021
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWHO? This session is designed for people who are at the forefront of providing guidance and information to vulnerable members of our community. \nWHAT? WA Health experts will talk about vaccine safety\, side effects\, how and where vulnerable people can get vaccinated\, and give you facts to challenge some of the common myths. There will be a question and answer session so you can address anything that you may have already been asked\, but just didn’t have the right information to answer. \nWHEN? This will be the same session each week: \n\nFriday 9 July at 10am-11am\nThursday 15 July at 2:30pm-3:30pm\nWednesday 21 July at 3:30pm-4:30pm\nTuesday 27 July 9am-10am\n\n  \nHOW? Microsoft Teams meeting \nJoin on your computer or mobile app  \nClick here to join the meeting \nFor more information please contact covid.immunisation@health.wa.gov.au – you do not need to register your attendance.
URL:https://wacoss-old.dropin.org.au/event/covid-19-vaccines-information-session-for-frontline-community-services-27-july-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Presentation,Event
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