Ipswich Office Closed

Our Ipswich office will be closed on Monday 11 November for building maintenance and reopen on Tuesday 12 November.

Keeping pace with technology in the community sector

Last week our CEO, Frances Klaasen, and Quality Assurance Officer, Kerry Durrand, attended The Technology for Social Justice Conference organised by Infoxchange. This event is focused on equipping charities, social enterprises, and not-for-profits with the latest in technology and social impact.

Pictured are Frances (right) with friends from Community Legal Centre’s Queensland who also attended the conference.

Over two days, Frances and Kerry participated in discussions on important trends and challenges for 2024, including cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and the responsible use of AI in the nonprofit sector. The conference provided valuable opportunities to connect with peers and experts.

The sessions offered practical knowledge in areas like cyber security, data strategies, and digital marketing, which are essential for enhancing our initiatives.

We’re excited to apply what we’ve learned to further our mission and to continue making a positive impact.

Labour Day Public Holiday

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday 6th May 2024 to celebrate those who work to keep our society going.

Be aware that TASC is not equipped as a crisis service. For any urgent matters requiring immediate attention, the following emergency contacts may be of assistance:

– For immediate or life-threatening situations, please hang up and call Tripple Zero (000)

– Lifeline Darling Downs & South West QLD Ltd and Beyond Blue: for urgent personal crisis support 13 11 14

Anniversary of the National Apology

Today, the 13th of February 2024 marks the 16th anniversary of the symbolic National Apology to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and more specifically the Apology to the Stolen Generations by the then Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in 2008.

The Stolen Generations people’s lives, their families’ lives and communities were destroyed by past government policies of forced child removal and assimilation which caused enormous disruption to family and cultural structures. The Apology was to recognise the wrongs of the past to those who suffered ongoing trauma and as a step forward in their healing journey.

The Apology was the beginning for survivors and families of the Stolen Generations to start their healing and is a reminder of the spirit in which the Apology was offered and the recognition of the importance of truth telling. Tragically, many of our Stolen Generations have not reunited with family or returned to country and the number of stolen children is not known.

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people seeking to reunite with family or country, organisations like Link Up QLD (www.link-upqld.org.au/ ) can help find and bring together families from the Stolen Generations.

TASC Attends FestABLE 2023 Disability Event in Hervey Bay

FestABLE is an annual event designed, managed and rolled out by people living with disability for people living with disability.

TASC’s dedicated disability advocates were on hand at our stand to connect with the community and let people know about how our disability and mental health advocacy services can help them navigate the systems they rely on and services which impact them.

It was a privilege to be part of FestABLE 2023,  a fun, inclusive and community driven event.

#FestABLEHerveyBay #InclusionMatters #TASCAdvocates

Housing a hot topic at QCOSS town hall

Yesterday TASC CEO, Frances Klaassen OAM was at the QLD Council of Social Services town hall meeting in Toowomba where she caught up with QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh.

The town hall was a chance for community  and social service organisations to discuss existing and emerging issues facing the Toowoomba and South West QLD communities.

The housing crisis was a key topic of conversation.  Apart from the immediate impact it’s having on vulnerable people across the country in terms of a place to live and feel secure, a key take away was the opportunities for employment and community growth which are being lost due to lack of housing impacting people’s ability to relocate.

Other emerging issues discussed included funding inconsistencies and gaps in rural and regional areas and the difficulties faced by the Community Sector in finding workers for those communities.  Possible solutions to help overcome these challenges were also discussed and include suggestions such as programs to upskill local people in rural and remote areas.

These events are fantastic opportunities to connect with others in the sector and see if their experiences reflect our own and foster cooperation across the Community Sector.

Social Justice Advocate David Boden Celebrates 5 Years with TASC

 

CONGRATULATIONS David!

Our Social Justice Advocate David Boden has reached a significant milestone in his journey with TASC: five years of unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment in the pursuit of a fairer, more equitable world.

In these five years, David has spearheaded impactful initiatives, engaged with communities, and collaborated with organisations that share his passion for social justice. His ability to inspire others and build powerful coalitions has been instrumental in creating lasting change that touches many lives.

We are grateful to have you on our team, David.

 

Come talk with TASC during NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week celebrations are kicking off next week across the region with the theme of For our Elders.

For a chance to win this lovely gift basket with items from local business Red Sand Sisters and artwork from some talented community members at Sunrise Way, we’d love to see you at the Toowoomba Community Fun Day on Monday at the Goods Shed on Victoria Street from 10am.

Just pop into the TASC stand for a chat and free raffle ticket.

For the most up-to-date information on the Toowoomba Region’s NAIDOC celebrations check out the Toowoomba NAIDOC 2023 Facebook page.

If you’re in Ipswich, TASC will be at the Ipswich NAIDOC Family and Cultural Celebration on Thursday 6 July at the Briggs Road Sporting Complex from 10am – we’d love to see you there too. We’re also running a free raffle at the Ipswich celebration.  For a chance to go in the draw for a $100 gift card or one of four $25 gift cards, come to our stand for a chat to get your free ticket.

Both the raffles will be drawn on the day towards the end of the events.

TASC Wins SILVER at the Australasian Reporting Awards (ARA) 2023

🎉 Big News! 🥈🏆

We’re thrilled to announce that TASC National has won SILVER at the prestigious Australasian Reporting Awards! 🌟✨ It’s a tremendous achievement for our organization, and we couldn’t be prouder of our team.

This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of every member at TASC National. We’re incredibly grateful for their unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding reports that make a real impact.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Australasian Reporting Awards committee for this honour. It’s truly humbling to be acknowledged among the top performers in the industry.

We also want to express our gratitude to our clients and partners for their continued trust and support. You are instrumental in our success, and we value the strong relationships we have built along the way.

This silver award is a reminder of our commitment to excellence and motivates us to push the boundaries even further. We will continue to raise the bar, innovate, and strive for greater achievements in our reporting endeavours.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees at the Australasian Reporting Awards. Let’s celebrate our collective accomplishments and continue making a positive impact in the reporting world.

#AustralasianReportingAwards #SilverWinner #Proud #TASCNational

 

Community Legal Centres Provide High-Quality Legal Advice and Linkage Services

Community legal centres provide high-quality legal advice and linkages with other service providers  that allows people to properly recover from challenges. #HandsUpforJustice is about ensuring Centres have the resources they need to deliver this.  

At TASC we feel equally passionate about this and strive to provide excellence in the way that will benefit our communities and clients alike. That is why we put our #handsupforjustice!   

@handsup4justice

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