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QCOSS

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3004 6900

Address: 20 Pidgeon Close, West End 4101 West End, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.qcoss.org.au

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25.01.2022 Are you a Senior Manager, Chief Executive Officer, or staff member involved in frontline service delivery in the social services sector? Your voices could shape our research into current and emerging issues, and service planning! Complete our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/survey_for_community_services

25.01.2022 Join us on 19 October for a live panel discussion with political leaders and community sector experts to discuss some of the biggest social justice issues affecting Queensland, with a live Q&A segment - get answers to your questions! Register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au/events/qcoss_state_election_debate/

24.01.2022 In her latest video update, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh talks about the need for smart stimulus in social housing - including our energy efficiency proposal, and our partnership with the Property Council pushing for 53,000 new social and affordable homes. https://www.qcoss.org.au/aimees-update-4-september-2020/

24.01.2022 New figures show women working full time still earn, on average, 14% less than men working full time. And we know that women are more likely than men to be imp...acted by COVID-19 job losses. The community service sector, which ACOSS represents, is made up 80% women, who deliver crucial services, including domestic violence, mental health and homelessness services. Community service workers should be paid fairly for their important work. But the Federal Government is refusing to commit to renew funding for equal pay (SACS ERO supplementation) for staff in the community service sector. Cutting funding for community sector workers would mean less people to help those who reach out in times of great need and would make the Gender Pay Gap even worse. In the lead up to Equal Pay Day on August 28, the COSS Network is calling on the Federal Government to commit to fair funding for equal pay. ACTCOSS - ACT Council of Social Service Inc. NSW Council of Social Service - NCOSS Northern Territory Council of Social Service QCOSS WACOSS Victorian Council of Social Service Tasmanian Council of Social Service Inc South Australian Council of Social Service https://www.theaustralian.com.au//964dd0039b2d0a87dcfcc4ce See more

24.01.2022 Australian Council of Social Service CEO Cassandra Goldie is a featured speaker at a QCOSS members-only webinar on Tuesday 4 August examining the fiscal cliff and what it will mean for Queenslands social service sector. Register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au//the-cliff-what-it-means-for-que/

24.01.2022 Ask questions directly to the Minister for Communities, Disability and Seniors Coralee O’Rourke, and Shadow Minister Dr Christian Rowan LIVE at our exclusive State Election Leaders Debate on Monday 19 October, 7:00pm to 8:30pm! Register now: https://www.qcoss.org.au/events/qcoss_state_election_debate/

23.01.2022 Hon Cameron Dick is on stage talking about the Queensland Governments Fiscal and Economic Review at our live event this morning - panel coming up!

22.01.2022 More than 47,000 people in Queensland are in urgent need of housing. Now is the time to take action and make a difference ahead of next week's state budget. Send a pre-filled message to your MP and call for the Queensland Government to invest in social housing:... https://townofnowhere.com/#form #TownOfNowhere

22.01.2022 The Wright family in Mackay are facing a tight rental market and eviction before Christmas. With 25,600 families on the social housing wait list in Queensland, we're calling for more community housing.

22.01.2022 Weve joined with Solar Citizens and Queensland Conservation Council on emPOWER Homes, a $215 million proposal that would see solar panels and energy efficiency upgrades installed on 50,000 social housing dwellings. Read about the possible impacts: http://ow.ly/nDw950BfpnO

22.01.2022 Do you have a question for the Treasurer? Ask away at our exclusive online event on Monday 14 September with Queensland Treasurer the Hon. Cameron Dick and a panel of sector leaders examining the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review. FREE for QCOSS members, $65/ea for non-members. Register now: https://www.qcoss.org.au//queenlsands-economy-during-covi/

22.01.2022 QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh spoke with ABC Radio Brisbane this morning about the Queensland Governments disgraceful decision to end the moratorium on evictions in private rentals, putting vulnerable Queenslanders at risk. Listen in: https://www.qcoss.org.au/listen-in-aimee-talks-about-the-n/

20.01.2022 What are your priorities for the state election? Ask your questions directly to the Minister for Communities, Disability and Seniors Coralee O’Rourke, and Shadow Minister Dr Christian Rowan LIVE at our State Election Leaders Debate on Monday 19 October at 7:00pm to 8:30pm! Register now http://ow.ly/l9XM50BPHmz

20.01.2022 The COVID supplement has changed the lives of some of our most vulnerable. We cant force people back onto living on $40 a day #RaiseTheRateForGood. @ACOSS surveyed 600 people receiving the supplement you can read the full report here: http://tinyurl.com/y3kes4bw

20.01.2022 Former Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner and keynote speaker at our Annual General Meeting, Mick Gooda, has told us why #NAIDOCWeek should be celebrated by all Australians #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

20.01.2022 Our analysis shows regional households are hard hit by the economic impacts of COVID-19, with services reporting some people are being forced to reach out for assistance from community organisations for the very first time. Read on: http://ow.ly/b7X250BTS2k

20.01.2022 Our Living Affordability in Queensland report shows many Queensland households are still struggling to afford the basics. Low-income households entered the COVID-19 crisis with no emergency funds, are underinsured and have no savings. Read the full report: https://www.qcoss.org.au//living-affordability-in-queensl/

19.01.2022 Do you want to help shape our advocacy work while connecting with other experts across the sector? We’re inviting QCOSS members to join our new Policy Networks on the following topics: Women’s Equality ... Housing and Homelessness Employment Living Affordability Research and Evaluation Find out more here: http://ow.ly/JBqg50CtYZ5

19.01.2022 Queenslanders are being urged to get tested after a woman who travelled from Melbourne to the Sunshine Coast tested positive for COVID-19. "The best way to stop any need for a lockdown is that people get tested," Chief Health Officer Dr Young said. Keep up to date with the latest exposure sites here: ... https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing

19.01.2022 'Tis the season for giving, and staff and volunteers at Communify Queensland have been doing just that, with build-your-own Christmas hampers, a BBQ and entertainment. Coordinator of Communify's north west community hub, Miranda Mallett, said people will be given a number of raffle tickets depending on the size of their family, so they can choose which items they want. Having that choice gives people more dignity, and they don’t end up with 20 cans of baked beans which they... won’t eat." Read more here: http://ow.ly/A2D850CNOBQ

19.01.2022 The Equal Remuneration Order Supplementation was established almost a decade ago to provide fair pay in the community service sector. On Equal Pay Day tomorrow, the federal government should commit to continuing to provide this support. Read our statement: https://www.qcoss.org.au/qcoss-calls-on-the-federal-govern/

19.01.2022 Our panelists are with Queensland Treasurer the Hon Cameron Dick taking questions from the online audience at our exclusive event examining Queenslands Fiscal and Economic Review. Become a QCOSS member to get involved in our future events! https://www.qcoss.org.au/membership/

18.01.2022 Keynote speaker Mick Gooda answering an audience question on youth incarceration: "If you're looking to create something safe, you're going to find that throwing people in jail isn't the answer."

18.01.2022 Foodbank QLD CEO Sara Harrup is a panellist at our members-only webinar on Tuesday 4 August examining the fiscal cliff where well be looking at what it means for Queenslands social service sector. Register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au//the-cliff-what-it-means-for-que/

18.01.2022 Join the Hon. Cameron Dick MP, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh, and a panel of sector leaders for an exclusive online event on Monday 14 September examining the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review. Registration is FREE for QCOSS members, or $65/ea for non-members. https://www.qcoss.org.au//queenlsands-economy-during-covi/

17.01.2022 It will be a long road to recovery here in Queensland, with unemployment to remain around 8 per cent well into 2021. Queenslanders cant afford a $300 per fortnight decrease in income support #RaiseTheRateForGood - read the full report here: http://tinyurl.com/y3kes4bw

17.01.2022 When our eyes went off women and children what was the impact of the COVID-19 lockdowns? Join us for our COVID-19 learning exchange with guest speakers from DVConnect, Immigrant Women's Support Service and DFV WorkAware to explore the effects of the pandemic on domestic and family violence and look at how the sector can better prepare for future lockdowns. Register now: https://www.qcoss.org.au//when-our-eyes-went-off-women-an/

16.01.2022 QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh says decisive action taken at the start of the crisis by the state government saved jobs and cushioned the blow for Queensland families. Read our full media release on the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review: http://ow.ly/P3uz50Bjyea

16.01.2022 As we experience the worst economic downturn since the great depression, more Queenslanders will need financial support. Weve launched a campaign calling on the state government to fund community organisations offering no interest loans to their clients. https://www.qcoss.org.au/nils/

15.01.2022 Since the outbreak of COVID-19 there has been a spike in reports of violence against women. Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Every one of us has a role to play in ending gender-based violence. Here's 10 ways you can make a difference: https://www.unwomen.org//compilation-take-action-to-help-e... #OrangeTheWorld #GenerationEquality #16Days #callitout

14.01.2022 Inequality could worsen post-COVID-19, according to a report by Australian Council of Social Service and UNSW.

14.01.2022 In her latest video update, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh talks about our Living Affordability in Queensland report for 2020, and how QCOSS members can contribute and shape our Queensland election priorities statement. https://www.qcoss.org.au/aimees-update-7-august-2020/

12.01.2022 Do you have a knack for creating engaging digital content which can mobilise audiences and drive meaningful social change for all Queenslanders? If you are a creative, driven and talented digital professional we want to hear from you! --> https://www.qcoss.org.au/job/digital_content_creator/

11.01.2022 In her latest video update, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh talks about Queensland Labor’s election commitment to fund No Interest Loans Scheme providers, and our State Election Leaders Debate coming up on Monday. Find out more and register: https://www.qcoss.org.au/aimees-update-16-october-2020/

11.01.2022 QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh spoke with WIN News Cairns on Tuesday about upcoming changes to JobKeeper and JobSeeker payments. She said theres no evidence the current rate of income support is a disincentive to work. #RaisetheRateforGood

11.01.2022 The government's cut to Jobseeker is far from a lifeline. It will force many people below the poverty line. We must #RaiseTheRateForGood. Join us in calling for a permanent and adequate increase to income support by sending a holiday card to our political leaders: http://ow.ly/aKR550Cg9Vq

11.01.2022 Join us for an exclusive online event featuring Queensland Treasurers the Hon. Cameron Dick and a panel of sector leaders examining the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review, featuring the ABCs Matt Wordsworth. https://www.qcoss.org.au//queenlsands-economy-during-covi/

10.01.2022 yourtown Australia CEO Tracy Adams will join the panel of experts at our members-only webinars examining the fiscal cliff. Our speakers will be discussing issues facing our communities, with breakout sessions to share ideas and key priorities. Register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au//the-cliff-what-it-means-for-que/

10.01.2022 QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh told ABC News Queensland last night that the federal budget is disappointing. With 365,000 Queenslanders currently receiving JobSeeker payments, we need a firm commitment to #RaisetheRateforGood and keep people out of poverty.

09.01.2022 Find out firsthand the views of our political leaders and their commitment to the community services sector at our exclusive State Election Leaders Debate event on Monday 19 October, from 7:00pm. Don’t wait register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au/events/qcoss_state_election_debate/

09.01.2022 Can you spare a few minutes to help us improve the way we deliver #communitysector news to your organisation? We'd love your honest feedback on our Community Door website and newsletter. Complete the survey for the chance to win one of three $50 Visa cards: http://ow.ly/3mra50CiabB

09.01.2022 "The role that community members play in creating a human rights culture cannot be understated; real transformational change occurs when people perceive themselves and those around them as rights holders." Read this article in the Queensland Law Society Proctor by our CEO Aimee McVeigh and Principal Advisor Monica Taylor on the importance of the community sector in promoting human rights: http://ow.ly/XUKs50CQlDB

09.01.2022 Our very own Wendy Miller featured in the latest edition of The Energy Charter Update, talking about the need to shift to a culture where its okay to ask for help during uncertain times, and QCOSSs ongoing advocacy work in the energy consumer space --> http://ow.ly/FIj650APVn4

08.01.2022 Doubling #JobSeeker and other income support payments allowed recipients to finally #CoverTheBasics. Cutting the #CoronavirusSupplement by $150 per week means people will have to chose between eating regularly and keeping a roof over their head. We must #RaiseTheRateForGood

07.01.2022 LAST CHANCE! Do you have a question for the Treasurer? Ask away at our exclusive online event TOMORROW MORNING @ 7:30am with Queensland Treasurer the Hon. Cameron Dick and a panel of sector leaders examining the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review. https://www.qcoss.org.au//queenlsands-economy-during-covi/

07.01.2022 To celebrate Queensland Seniors Month 2020, the Governor of Queensland, the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, and Mrs Kaye de Jersey hosted a morning tea at Government House. QCOSS joined @COTAQld and many others at the launch! Get involved: https://www.cotaqld.org.au//curr/queensland-seniors-month/

07.01.2022 "Reboot the system. Be in service. Start a revolution - that's my favourite one." - Keynote speaker Mick Gooda leaves the audience at our Annual General Meeting with a hopeful ending, saying the QCOSS Strategic Plan outlines ideas we all need to recover from COVID-19.

07.01.2022 Everyone has a right to safe, secure and stable housing. The Queensland Governments refusal to extend eviction moratorium is disgraceful. #extendrentalmoratorium http://ow.ly/eqTs50Bs6eJ

07.01.2022 In this weeks video update, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh talks about the upcoming changes to the JobSeeker coronavirus supplement and JobKeeper scheme. We also welcomed an announcement on targeted bill relief from the Queensland Government. https://www.qcoss.org.au/aimees-update-24-july-2020/

07.01.2022 QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh travelled to Mackay today to speak with our fabulous services in the region about our priorities for the Queensland state election and the needs of the community services sector. Parties must support the wellbeing of all Queenslanders, support the economy by creating jobs in local economies and ensure our sector can provide support to those who need it. You can read our priorities statement for the state election here: https://www.qcoss.org.au/queensland-election-2020-prioriti/

06.01.2022 Labor's Minister for Communities, Disability and Seniors, Coralee O'Rourke and the LNP's Shadow Minister Dr Christian Rowan are joining us at our exclusive State Election Leaders Debate on Monday 19 October where there'll be a live Q&A! Register now! https://www.qcoss.org.au/events/qcoss_state_election_debate/

06.01.2022 "We all know without a roof over your head, you can't address any other issues, or maintain a happy and healthy life." Our #TownofNowhere campaign partners explain why we need urgent action from government on the housing crisis. There's just a week to go to influence the Queensland Budget and we need your help! If you believe everyone deserves a safe and stable home, send a pre-filled message to your MP now and demand action on Queensland's housing crisis: ... https://townofnowhere.com/#form

06.01.2022 Keynote speaker Mick Gooda is paying tribute to women leaders at our Annual General Meeting, acknowledging the progress toward equality that is taking place around the world.

05.01.2022 Are you looking for tips and tricks to make your funding applications stand out? Want to know more about Skilling Queenslanders for Work? Register for our webinar series and discover how to write a great proposal. https://www.qcoss.org.au/skilling-queenslanders-for-work/

05.01.2022 Micah Projects CEO Karyn Walsh AM is a panellist at our members-only webinar on Tuesday 4 August examining the fiscal cliff. What issues will face Queenslands social service sector and how can we work together to solve them? Register: https://www.qcoss.org.au//the-cliff-what-it-means-for-que/

05.01.2022 ABCs Matt Wordsworth and QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh are at Fortitude Valley Music Hall preparing for our exclusive online event on Monday morning examining the COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review. Treasurer the Hon Cameron Dick is featured guest REGISTER: http://ow.ly/wJYJ50BnMKZ

04.01.2022 The No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) offers an affordable, safe alternative to payday loans. Lets make it more widely available. Join the campaign to fund the NILS Community Network. https://www.qcoss.org.au/nils/

04.01.2022 A growing number of women fleeing domestic violence are facing homelessness due to Queensland's chronic housing shortage. You can’t leave a violent partner without a safe place to go," QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh said. "If the commonwealth and Queensland governments are fully committed to addressing domestic violence, it’s time they put their money where their mouth is."... Join us in calling for action from government to prioritise women's safety and invest in social housing: https://townofnowhere.com/#form https://bit.ly/352fr2M Save the Children Australia Mission Australia Multicap Kyabra Community Association Inc. Anglicare Central Queensland YFS Micah Projects Mercy Community Vinnies QLD Lifeline Darling Downs & South West QLD Ltd BHC Creating Liveable Communities Wesley Mission Queensland

04.01.2022 QCOSS is disappointed that the Queensland Government has tabled new rape and sexual assault legislation which fails to incorporate any changes to the previous Bill and which makes no mention of the human rights of victims. As currently drafted, this Bill fails to support the human rights of victims and survivors or to reflect a contemporary understanding of consent. Please join QCOSS in making a submission opposing the revived bill. We also suggest you write directly to the A...ttorney-General. Find templates here: http://ow.ly/6ltL50CMF49

03.01.2022 QCOSS strongly opposes the government's plans to axe safe lending laws. We are one of 120 organisations to support the campaign led by CHOICE and Financial Counselling Australia and sign an open letter, urging the government to prevent a #debtdisaster Read the letter and add your name here: http://choice.com.au/safelending

02.01.2022 Have you booked your spot for the COVID-19 Learning Exchange? We're excited to be hearing from our friends in Victoria from Victorian Council of Social Service, TaskForce and Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria on the lessons and learnings of the COVID-19 pandemic for the social service sector. The virtual panel discussion will be on ... Wednesday 2 December 2 - 3pm Queensland time and 4 - 5pm Victorian time. Register now: http://ow.ly/lMt050CnpHJ #covid19learning #socialservice #virtualevent

02.01.2022 QCOSS Board member and General Manager of Roseberry Qld, Colleen Tribe, has described the "really grim" situation in Central Queensland as the region's #homelessness crisis escalates. Read the ABC article here: https://www.abc.net.au//homelessness-to-increase-/12988944

02.01.2022 In her latest video update, QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh talks about the Queensland Governments upcoming COVID-19 Fiscal and Economic Review, and our online event on 7 September which will examine the impacts of the statement on our sector. https://www.qcoss.org.au/aimees-update-21-august-2020/

02.01.2022 Have you lost your job or had your income reduced due to COVID? Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand is offering Household Relief Loans Without Interest for people affected by the coronavirus pandemic along with a free COVID Hardship Support Hotline at 1300 121 130. https://householdrelief.org.au/

01.01.2022 We’re delighted to announce that international law and women’s rights expert Prof Sue Harris Rimmer will MC our exclusive State Election Leaders Debate event on Monday 19 October from 7pm. Registrations are free for QCOSS members - get involved! https://www.qcoss.org.au/events/qcoss_state_election_debate/

01.01.2022 How can the social service sector come together to demand a faster and fairer response to the climate crisis? Have your say on what support your organisation needs to advocate for #ClimateChange action in this Australian Council of Social Service survey: https://surveymonkey.com/r/ZP9J7XZ