Back to School Challenges for Young People at Risk
The holiday season and heading back to school can be a time of heightened stress for young people, particularly for those with families that may be impacted by drug and…
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January 26: Honest Debate on a Day of Mixed Emotions
While Australians hold different views about January 26, for many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, it represents the beginning of an unlawful invasion; one which continues to impact First…
Help us to put a smile on a child’s face this Christmas
People across Western Australia are being urged to share the spirit of the festive season by donating to the 2023 Communicare Christmas Appeal. For families in our community doing it…
The Time for Silence and Indifference on Women’s Safety is Over
Tragically, the apparent murder of Alice McShera in Perth this week, was the 43rd death of an Australian woman this year due to an act of violence. The vast…
Innovative Solutions Support
Innovative Solutions Support is one funding stream available through the Inclusion Support Program. It supports services to implement flexible and tailored solutions to identified barriers to inclusion that goes beyond…
What’s next for ParentsNext?
What are the ParentsNext changes? In May, the Federal Government announced changes for the ParentsNext program. The first change was to remove penalties for not attending meetings. This meant your…
Anniversary of the National Apology
This Sunday, 13 February we reflect on the anniversary of the 2008 National Apology to Australia’s First Nations Peoples in the House of Representatives by former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd….
National Close the Gap Day 2022
“Our vision for reconciliation is a society that values the cultures and heritage of our First Nations Peoples, respects the land and waters, and provides justice and equity to all…
Providing young people with a safe landing: Youth Week 2022
Home life is a daily challenge for ‘Jane’. Her mother has a problem with alcohol and her father spends more time in prison than he does at home. Jane and…
Breaking the bias – Getting girls involved in STEM
Mya* came to the Communicare Academy in year seven needing extra support in school due to significant anxiety issues. After four years with us, Mya has not only improved her wellbeing…
