Influencing policy
The Benevolent Society aims to create caring and inclusive communities and a just society. One way that we hope to achieve this is by influencing governments and other decision makers to help make Australia a fairer, safer place for all.
We do this by:
- listening to our clients and the communities in which we work
- documenting, evaluating and improving our service
- drawing on the latest research from Australia and overseas
- promoting increased understanding of societal issues and the causes of disadvantage
- putting forward policy solutions to governments and opinion leaders.
Our four current campaign areas are:
We also recognise the importance of other interconnecting social issues. Read more about these issues in our agenda for influencing social change in Australia.
Our opinions and perspectives can be seen in our position papers, research snapshots and inquiry submissions. Visit the resources library to read more.