Advocacy
We speak up for better health and social services in Australia.
On this page
We push for change to help everyone live well, especially those who are less often heard. We listen to what people in our communities need. When we see gaps in health services, we work with government and other organisations to make positive changes.
Areas of focus
How we help
Address inequalities
We help make sure everyone has equal access to good health care
Influence policy
We act to improve policies and systems that affect people’s wellbeing
Fight for funding
We focus on securing funding for community-based health services
Build partnerships
We build strong partnerships to strengthen our impact
Speak up
We use our voice for the issues that matter most to our communities
Submissions
July 2024
Federal inquiry into drugs and alcoholRead the full submissionBased on our 50 years helping people with medication dependence, we showed the need for:
- support services across Australia
- better training for doctors
- increased awareness of medication risks.
July 2024
Federal inquiry into financial services and financial abuseRead the full submissionOur counsellors understand how government systems need to change to protect people, especially women, from financial abuse. We suggested changes to:
- tax systems
- Centrelink processes
- banking rules
- support programs.
July 2024
Victorian family violence rolling action planRead the full submissionWe explained how financial abuse affects families and recommended ways to:
- spot the warning signs
- prevent abuse
- help people affected
- raise awareness.