We are Queensland’s peak body for the social service sector.
Our vision is to achieve equality, opportunity and wellbeing for every person, in every community.
We believe that every person in Queensland – regardless of where they come from, who they pray to, their gender, who they love, how or where they live – deserves to live a life of equality, opportunity and wellbeing.
We are a conduit for change. We bring people together to help solve the big social issues faced by people in Queensland, building strength in numbers to amplify our voice.
We create positive social change through our work in advocacy, policy development, engaging and empowering our members, the social service sector and communities. We’re committed to self-determination and opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our strengths and focus lie in these areas
The work we do relies on these areas being connected. Together they enable us to truly create a movement for change; a movement that will create
equality, opportunity and wellbeing for all people in all communities.
Rebooting the system
Overturning systems and structures that create and perpetuate inequality.
Being in service
Supporting a service system that reflects the community in which it operates.
Building hope and optimism across Queensland through engaged, inclusive and thriving communities.
Leading together
Inviting and motivating people and organisations to walk with us, because we are stronger together.
Joining Forces
Mobilising a force for equality, opportunity and wellbeing.
Walking the talk
Being a strong, sustainable, relevant, leader to achieve excellence.
Latest News
Statement on constitutional recognition of Australia’s first peoples
Formally acknowledging and reconciling the wrongs perpetrated against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people—and their long legacy of ongoing trauma—must be a national priority. It’s crucial the Federal Government works genuinely with Aboriginal and Torres [...]
Changing Lives, Changing Communities – a graphical look at Round One
Changing Lives, Changing Communities works to create new ways for people – citizens, community organisations, the private sector and government representatives – to come together, envision and ask “what will it take to create communities [...]
From Mark
NAIDOC Week: 7-14 July Voice. Treaty. Truth - these are the three words chosen for this year's NAIDOC week, from 7-14 July 2019. These words were three key elements to the reforms set out in [...]
Upcoming Events
Changing Lives, Changing Communities – Normanton
What will it take to create a Normanton community where everyone contributes, matters, and belongs? The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is here and brings opportunities to build and shape inclusive, thriving communities. Changing Lives, […]
QCOSS Events: Tender writing and Skilling Queenslanders for Work workshops
Need help writing successful grant or funding applications? Looking for tips to make your funding applications stand out? Want to know more about Skilling Queenslanders for Work and how to apply for funding? Come along […]
QCOSS State Conference 2019 – Leading change together
Pricing: Various – see conference website Leading change is a collective venture. It takes people, purpose and passion, and is supported by process, plans and partners. This conference will bring these elements together and build […]