Author Archives: Charlotte Newbold

Jul 28

Delivering a Victoria free from violence

VCOSS Submission to the Family Violence Reform Implementation Monitor Family violence causes serious social, economic and health consequences. While it

Apr 29

The headlines are good, but not if you’re young

We need a blueprint to help turn things around for thousands of young people trying to get a good job.

Apr 5

Don’t let kids miss out on the full school experience

School ‘extras’ like camps, excursions, school swimming and other sports are a huge part of the school experience.

Mar 26

Supporting a child safe culture

VCOSS submission to the Review of Victoria’s Child Safe Standards

Feb 21

Making the ‘gig economy’ work for everybody

The gig economy risks creating an underclass of low-paid care workers, with no minimum employment entitlements.

Nov 21

Build the early learning services that Victorian families need

VCOSS calls on all political parties to commit to investing in early childhood infrastructure.

Oct 10

A strong future for adult learning

Adult community education supports people to re-engage with education and go on to find meaningful work.

Sep 5

A good education starts with getting to school

Provide free public transport for school aged children and young people from families facing disadvantage.

Jul 11

Successful Child Information Sharing

Too broad and too quick—we have a few concerns about Victoria's proposed 'child information sharing' scheme.

Jun 26

NSW leads the way, offering two years of early learning for all

Overwhelming evidence means it's time for Victoria to follow suit.

Jun 15

Literacy and Numeracy attainment in Vic senior secondary qualifications

Educational attainment is one of best ways to help tackle disadvantage and break the cycle of poverty.

Oct 31

Feedback on inclusive education policy

VCOSS welcome the development of an inclusive education policy to support the learning and development of students with disability. Overall