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Advance Notice: Election of 19th National President
Mr Mark Gaetani, the 18th National President of St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia, has announced his intention for an election of the 19th National President to take place on Saturday 7 November 2026. (The Rule Part III, Article 24)

Child poverty in Australia webinar
It's a national disgrace that around one million children in Australia are growing up in poverty, missing out on the stability, safety and opportunities they deserve. In this webinar, Sarah Quinton of the Valuing Children Initiative joins Dr Margaret Gearon to discuss child poverty in Australia, the need for a legislated national approach, and the policy changes required to help every child thrive.

Commitment to safeguarding
The St Vincent de Paul Society has zero tolerance for abuse, neglect and exploitation of any kind and we work together to create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for everyone. Safeguarding is the actions we take to keep children and adults at risk safe and ensure Members, volunteers and employees know their responsibilities.

The Record free subscription
Publications from the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council.
The Record is St Vincent de Paul Society's National Council quarterly magazine focusing on social justice issues such as homelessness, poverty, refugees & asylum seekers and more.
2026 Energy Economics for Non-Energy Economists
Discover the difference between allocative and productive efficiency, and why economists advocate market-based approaches to reducing emissions.
Join Associate Professors Tim Nelson and Dr Joel Gilmore for a one-day immersive course featuring five 60-minute modules, you'll learn how economics works in Australia's electricity industry. Register today or express your interest to secure your place.
Canberra | 5 Nov

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The St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia has more than 45,000 members and volunteers, who work hard to assist people in need and combat social injustice across Australia.
Internationally, the Society operates in 153 countries and has over 800,000 members.
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