CSSV is pleased to make a submission to the Inquiry into capturing data on family violence perpetrators in Victoria. The work of this inquiry is an important step in shifting the narrative from victims, to the people that use violence and the conditions that allow for violence to continue.
In recognition of the period of significant fiscal challenge in which the 2023/24 Victorian State Budget is set, Catholic Social Services Victoria offers this Submission as input to the Victorian State Budget.
CSSV sees great value in the work of the Yoorrook Justice Commission and is grateful for the opportunity to make this submission to assist the Commission in its works to shine a light on systemic injustice in the youth justice system and their causes, alongside examples of good practice that could be adopted or expanded to address systemic injustice here in Victoria, with the hope that these make definite movements towards justice and reconciliation.
CSSV has made a submission to the ‘National Plan’ to reduce violence against women and their children. In the submission, CSSV calls for 11 recommendations including the establishment of mechanisms that allow for resourcing and collaboration with faith leaders and faith communities, alongside experts and services, top prevent and respond to violence against women.
CSSV has written a submission to the Senate Community Affairs References Committee Inquiry into the purpose, intent and adequacy of the Disability Support Pension.
Our submission is derived largely from consultation with a number of our Victorian member organisations who are engaged in focused care, support, provision of accommodation and advocacy for people with a disability.
In light of, and in response to, the disruptive and tragic outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic, Catholic Social Services Victoria offers this Budget Priorities Discussion Paper and recommendations as input to the 2021/22 Victorian Budget process.