The Department of Social Services 2023-24 Annual Report is now available to read on our website. The Annual Report covers our organisational structure, governance practices, financial statements, and details our progress in meeting our performance measures set out in the 2023-24 Corporate Plan. Read it now at https://lnkd.in/gTqiQ7kn
Department of Social Services (DSS)
Public Policy Offices
Greenway, ACT 32,036 followers
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
About us
This page shares information about the Department of Social Service's policies, programs and services, as well as examples of the work our stakeholder partners do across a wide range of social policy areas. We monitor this account from 9am to 5pm (AEST) Monday to Friday and intermittently outside business hours depending on staff availability. We welcome constructive comments and discussion on this page, however we reserve the right to ignore, hide, block or delete posts and users that breach our Social Media Terms of Use at www.dss.gov.au/social-media-terms-of-use. During caretaker period, all political comments will be removed. Third party sites or profiles linked to this site are not necessarily controlled, maintained or endorsed by DSS.
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http://www.dss.gov.au
External link for Department of Social Services (DSS)
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Greenway, ACT
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Social Policy, Social Welfare Policy, Familes and Children, Seniors, Family, Youth & Seniors Payments, Family Safety & Domestic Violence, Resettlement & Multicultural Affairs, Carers and Disability, Communities & Vulnerable People, and Housing Support Policy
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Tuggeranong Office Park
Athlon Drive
Greenway, ACT 2900, AU
Employees at Department of Social Services (DSS)
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It’s Transgender Awareness Week. Let’s work together to improve the lives of gender diverse youth. To learn more about how you can support gender diversity and become an ally, visit https://lnkd.in/geUuBwmn If you are a gender-diverse person seeking support on healthy relationships, visit sayitoutloud.org.au
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On 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after 4 years of continuous warfare, ending the First World War. As a mark of respect, Australians are encouraged to pause at 11 am on Remembrance Day to observe one minute’s silence and remember those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. Learn more about the origins of Remembrance Day at https://lnkd.in/gG4gx4pD #LestWeForget
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Join our online information session on 25 November to find out the latest on the Review of Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention project. Commissioned by the Department of Social Services, the University of Melbourne, in collaboration with a broad range of organisations in the sector, is conducting the review. You’ll hear from representatives from each organisation who will share what they have heard so far, where the project is up to and what is coming next. Register for the free event at: https://lnkd.in/gVdsfEtq To find out more about the project visit: https://lnkd.in/gw3W8ryj
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Share your thoughts on Foundational Supports for children under 9 with developmental delay or disability, their families, carers and kin. Share your thoughts by: • completing the online questionnaire or providing a submission • adding a comment to the Ideas Wall • joining an online workshop. Visit https://lnkd.in/gwExJGrD
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Applications for the 2025 Department of Social Services Ability Apprenticeship Program are now open. The Program creates pathways for people with disability into secure, ongoing employment within the Australian Public Service. Apply at dss.gov.au/abilityprogram
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Do you know who’s influencing your kids? The Stop it at the Start campaign highlights the online world that parents and other adults may not fully understand. Find resources in your language to learn about the online trends of disrespect before they lead to violence at respect.gov.au/translated #StopItAtTheStart
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DSS longitudinal studies recently received international attention, appearing in presentations at the 2024 Society for Longitudinal and Lifecourse Studies (SLLS) conference in the United Kingdom. Longitudinal studies follow the same individuals or households across time. They can help us to understand issues including living pressures or problems that children and teenagers face. Read more about the department’s 4 active longitudinal studies at https://lnkd.in/gBDYGWK2
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New capital works grants will provide more emergency accommodation options for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence, and older women at risk of homelessness. Find out how to apply for a Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Program grant at https://lnkd.in/gzzrqzd6 Grant submissions close on Wednesday 13 November 2024. 1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family, and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services.
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Department of Social Services (DSS) reposted this
Happy International Volunteer Managers Day! Behind every great volunteer program stands dedicated Managers, Coordinators and Leaders who make it all possible. You don't just manage - you support, encourage, and inspire. Your work creates the foundation for safe and meaningful volunteering across Australia. Today we celebrate you. Learn more about #IVMDay24 https://lnkd.in/gWdAKjat
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