Employment and training

Education and employment are key factors in addressing poverty inQueensland. Although Queensland’s overall employment rate is less than 5%, certain groups such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are more likely to experience unemployment. QCOSS advocates measures to address barriers to employment, education and training for members of these groups.
Policy Paper Employment and Community Participation
Nov 2009
Our policy position regarding employment and community participation outlines the key issues inhibiting disadvantaged Queenslanders from participation in the workforce and community. The paper also outlines our recommendations for addressing these issues.
May 2009, Implications for the Queensland Economy from Current World Economic Conditions
May 2009
This report, examines current economic data to make plausible assumptions about the extent and duration of the recession and its impact on Queenslanders. The report also outlines suggested strategies and social policies for the Queensland government to minimise the impacts of the global financial crisis on disadvantaged Queenslanders.
State Election 2006 Paper 6 Work and Education
Aug 2006