Report: Bridging the Digital Divide
As the world moves increasingly online, digital inclusion is necessary for people to be fulsomely engaged in economic, social and civic life. Despite that [...]
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Submission: Social isolation and loneliness
We welcome the inquiry into social isolation and loneliness as this is a well-known issue that can significantly impact people’s health and wellbeing. To [...]
Report: Incorporating the consumer voice – Delivering consumer-centric services
Understanding the characteristics, experience and perspectives of consumers is an important element of designing products and services that are fit for purpose.
Report: State of the sector
Queensland’s community sector works to improve the quality of life of people accessing their services, as well as the wider community. As per the [...]
A Recovery for All Queenslanders
The economic challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic means more Queenslanders than ever are under financial pressure, and the economic recovery has a long way to go. Federal and State Governments must ensure that people affected by the downturn are not left behind.
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Proposed ACNC regulations are a ‘significant overstep’
As a supporter of the Hands off our Charities Alliance, QCOSS is asking the Australian Government to withdraw its proposed additional regulations for charities. [...]
Submission: Women and girls’ experience of the criminal justice system
Our submission responding to the Discussion Paper 2: Women and girls' experience of the criminal justice system is limited to the following points: Queensland’s [...]
Report: Gender impact analysis of the Queensland Budget 2021-2022
QCOSS’ 2021 Gender budget analysis report shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected women’s employment and the state government must do more if the gender pay gap is ever to be addressed.
Submission: Social Services Legislation Amendment (Consistent Waiting Periods for New Migrants)
The amendments to the Social Services Legislation Bill will increase waiting periods for new migrants accessing income support payments.