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The St Vincent de Paul Society (Society) is a partner of governments. Our charitable work couples with government assistance initiatives to promote resilience and unity in civil society in times of need.

The Society’s focus is on addressing the root causes of disadvantage and poverty, reducing inequality and helping Australians reach their full potential. The Society’s Members provide material assistance to those struggling with everyday living and they tell us that the number of people seeking assistance has significantly increased over the past 12 months.

The Society acknowledges the various Government initiatives aimed at addressing the cost of living and housing crises, from increased access to bulk billing and cheaper medicines, through to the energy rebate and various housing initiatives.

However, Australians are continuing to struggle to meet basic, everyday expenses.