Ahead of the National Close the Gap Day tomorrow, our Roma Solicitor Lauren went along to the Close the Gap Roma event organised by the Surat Aboriginal Corporation to show support and learn more about other local community services. The National Close the Gap Day advocates for health equality and raises awareness of the barriers […]
This week was International Women’s Day. Structural and systemic barriers within legal and support systems continue to prevent women and children from escaping gendered violence. We have the tools to reduce family violence and violence against women. We need to use them. That’s why we support: • Implementing Women’s Legal Services Australia’s Safety First in […]
Living out west and looking for free legal advice? We’ve got you covered! TASC is the leading community legal centre for Greater South West Queensland and continues to make its mark with services constantly expanding. We have been in the Roma community for six years and so far have helped thousands of people all through […]
If you don’t know Dylan Alcott, you certainly will now! His Australia of the Year win this week and his ambition to drive conversations around disability awareness, are sure to help expel stereotypes and propel change in perceptions. The importance of Dylan wining this award, is not only honouring the contributions of an Australian who […]
With little government support and in some cases accrued rental debts, renters throughout South West Queensland continue to be evicted from their homes amid the pandemic. TASC’s Tenancy Advocates in Toowoomba still see a steady stream of tenants coming to access our services since the pandemic hit, especially in cases where they have been unlawfully […]
Over the weekend you have been involved in a dispute with a family member, the police were called and you have been issued with a Protection Notice and instructed that you have to attend Court on Monday. This is a stressful time and you have some questions: What is a Protection Order? What are my […]
2022 marks a significant anniversary for TASC Legal and Social Justice Services, we have been serving the Toowoomba and Southwest communities in Queensland for 40 years! Established in 1982, by a committed group of lawyers and social workers, we have since led the way to provide exceptional community legal, social justice, and advocacy services. CEO […]
On International Day of People with Disability (3 December), we acknowledged and recognised the impact our clients, family, and friends have on our organisation and the continued contributions they make for an inclusive society. We also welcome the new Australian Disability Strategy and Employ My Ability, announced by the Australian Government, set to drive change […]
CALLING FOR ACTION – As a part of the global effort – ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence’ campaign – TASC Legal and Social Justice Services dedicated November to stand up for people in domestic violence situations. The international campaign was launched to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women. TASC […]
TASC Legal and Social Justice Services in Toowoomba has received funding to launch ‘Justice Street Reach’, a program that is aimed at preventing and addressing factors causing homelessness. Our team of social workers, advocates and solicitors are working together with key community groups to help provide FREE legal and social support to people who may […]
