CSSV is guided by the diverse personal and professional experience of representatives from across our member organisations and the four dioceses of Victoria. These individuals make up the CSSV Council.
Kate Stilwell, CSSV Office Manager, reflects on four days spent at the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) Spirituality Retreat.
The World Day of Migrants and Refugees is observed each year as a time to learn about, listen to, and pray for and with those who have been forced to flee their homeland.
Last year, in efforts to engage with the Voice Referendum, CSSV found strong relationships with a variety of organisations committed to reconciliation. This year, CSSV has established a Reconciliation Working Group.
Social Services Sunday is observed in the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne on the third Sunday of September. In 2024, this falls on Sunday 15 September. On this day we give thanks to the dedicated work that the thousands of staff and volunteers of Catholic social services do to serve the poor, disadvantaged and marginalised in our communities.
The Victorian Legislative Assembly Legal and Social Issues Committee announced an Inquiry into data on perpetrators of Family Violence aims to address the gaps in capturing data on family violence perpetrators in Victoria. CSSV and member organisations were invited to address the Inquiry Committee.
In their 2024-25 Social Justice Statement, 'Truth and Peace: A Gospel Word in a Violent World', the bishops call for peace in the midst of a rise in violence, armed conflict and suffering around the world.
The Governance and Finance Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective management and oversight of of CSSV's operations, finances and governance.
Catholic Social Services Victoria recently announced the appointment of Cathy Humphrey as the new Chair of its Council. Here, Cathy shares what lies at the heart of her desire to serve those on the margins.
Prevention of family and domestic violence continues to be a key strategic priority for Catholic Social Services Victoria and our Domestic Violence Working Group plays a central role in progressing work in this area.