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National Reconciliation Week 2021

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27th May to 3rd June is National Reconciliation Week (NRW)

These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey; the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.  The goal of the reconciliation movement is for a just, equitable and reconciled country.

NRW is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

This year’s NRW theme is #MoreThanAWord

It reminds us to always work towards more impactful action and that we all play an important role in shaping Australia’s journey towards a just, equitable and reconciled nation.

To find out more about a just, equitable and reconciled Australia visit:

Reconciliation Australia

Reconciliation NSW

Children’s Court Assistance Scheme 25th Anniversary – 2020

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Illawarra Legal Centre Receives Awards

Illawarra Legal Centre (ILC) received 2 Awards at Legal Aid NSW Children’s Court Assistance Scheme (CCAS) 25th Anniversary Celebration . The Awards were announced on Wednesday 9th December at NSW Parliament House.

ILC was recognised for its successful Children’s Court Assistance Scheme (CCAS) service and ILC worker Levenia received an award for her contribution to CCAS through her work with Aboriginal youth and the setting up of the “Heads Up” program.

ILC Annual Report | 2020

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Annual Report 2020 acknowledgement

ILC Annual Report 2019-20

Both the Bushfire season and COVID-19 have demonstrated the power and importance of a strong service sector. Illawarra Legal Centre has shown that being grounded in our community and having that connectedness, has allowed us to operate flexibly and responsively to unexpected developments.

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Homelessness Week 2020

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Homelessness Week 2020

It is Homelessness Week, and we are being reminded that currently 405,000 Australian women over 55 are at risk of becoming homeless. Today saw the launch of two reports into homelessness – both excellent, but heart-wrenching.

The first is called “At Risk: Understanding the population size and demographics of older women at risk of homelessness in Australia”

The other is “Older Women in the Private Rental Sector: Unaffordable, Substandard and Insecure Housing“