Advocacy Services in Mackay
What Is This?
Community Advocacy Services work to empower and uphold the rights of individuals, especially those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged, by providing representation, support, and assistance in navigating Australia’s social, legal, health, education, and community service systems,
How Is It Funded?
Advocacy services in Australia are primarily funded through a mix of government funding, grants from private foundations, and partnerships with industry organizations. Many services receive funding from federal or state government programs, as well as from non-governmental organisations. How much does it cost? Many services offer free consultations or initial assessments to determine eligibility and specific needs
How To Access?
Individuals can access advocacy services in Australia through various channels, including direct contact with service providers, online platforms, and referrals from other organisations such as community centres or government agencies. Referrals from healthcare professionals, legal advisors, or social workers may also be common routes to access advocacy support.
Related categories
The following categories may be related to your search:
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General Advocacy Services
General Disability Services
Mackay Advocacy
Mackay Advocacy Inc is a free and confidential service funded by Department of Communities, Disability Services however we are a stand-alone service and act on behalf of the person with disability only.
Mackay
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General Advocacy Services
Disability Information & Counselling
ADA Australia
ADA Australia offers free, confidential, client directed advocacy support to people with issues around services in residential aged care or those living at home receiving aged care services.
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General Advocacy Services
Advocacy on behalf of our Members
Queensland Alliance For Mental HealthThe Queensland Alliance for Mental Health advocates on behalf of the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Sector for better recognition within the State.
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National & International Advocacy Services
Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy Inc
Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy Inc (ASCA) Inc is an independent not for profit organisation dedicated to supporting and representing those affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in Australia. ASCA offers support to families and individuals of African and other culturally diverse backgrounds that are affected by SCD in Australia. We have chapters / representatives Australia wide.
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Child Protection Services
Child Advocacy Services - Mackay base Hospital
Mackay Hospital And Health ServiceThis service at the Mackay Base Hospital is a single point of contact for Child Protection issues and concerns within the Mackay Hospital and Health Service.
West Mackay
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National & International Advocacy Services
Older Persons Advocacy Network
Older Persons Advocacy Network offer free, independent and confidential services that focus on supporting older people and their representatives to raise and address issues relating to accessing and interacting with Commonwealth funded aged care services.
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General Advocacy Services
General Ageing Services
Australian Pensioners' & Superannuants' League
Australian Pensioners' And Superannuants' League Inc Sarina BranAustralian Pensioners and Superannuants League (APSL) serves as a voice at state and local levels for all people who depend for their living on a pension or a superannuation payment. The APSL speaks on all issues of importance to the security, wellbeing and dignity of such individuals. This is an advocacy, referral and information service and an organisation that also acts as a lobby group.
Sarina
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General Advocacy Services
Cast The Net QLD
Support, advocacy and a point of contact for Mackay Australian South Sea Islander's (ASSI) and those wishing to contact our Mackay ASSI community. Support, advocacy and a point of contact for Mackay Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders (A/TSI) and those wishing to contact our Mackay A/TSI community.
Mirani
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Local Advocacy Services
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre - Northern
Blue CareCommonwealth Respite and Carelink provide contacts for all advocacy services in our area.
Mackay
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General Advocacy Services
General Communication & Information
Community Information & Referral Services
Greater Whitsunday Communities - Mackay
Greater Whitsunday CommunitiesStrengthening Community in Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday Region. We know that when people feel connected, safe and supported – our communities thrive. Collaborative Partnerships Regional Social-Economic Practice Community Leadership Skills Regional Voice and Connectedness Community Governance & Management Capacity Peak Body Representation
Mackay
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General Advocacy Services
Kickass Women
The Kickass Women's core purpose is to support the career success of women of all ages in Non-Traditional Roles within the Rail, Mining, Resources, STEM and Construction Industries and everything we do reflects that intent.
Walkerston
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Local Advocacy Services
Mackay AHRI Network
The AHRI Mackay network's purpose is to provide relevant free professional development for members of the Australian Human Resources Institute and business leaders in the Mackay region.
Mackay
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Community Information & Referral Services
NDIS Access Referral and Advocacy support
Pasco CarePasco Care providing support to People with a Disability to Access the NDIS. We can support you or your loved one towards the referral pathway to NDIS. Our Team at Pasco Care are here to help. We can support the referral pathway for your NDIS application. If you think you would meet the eligibility criteria or are unsure contact Us today to enquire about meeting NDIS Access.
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Local Advocacy Services
Amnesty International Australia - Mackay
Amnesty International AustraliaWe’re a friendly new group who advocate for human rights in the Dawson electorate. Our main focus is on Indigenous rights and the Community is Everything campaign.
Mackay
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National & International Advocacy Services
Cataract Kids Australia
Our goal is ultimately to improve the visual outcomes of children affected by cataract. We aim to enhance the support and information provided to families, work with clinicians to optimise treatment outcomes and link with researchers to improve the flow of information.
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General Advocacy Services
Diverse Communities & Social Services (DCSS Australia Inc.) Indigenous & LGBTIQA+ Community Justice and Social Services Charity / Not-For-Profit & Charity Community Consultants (NFPCCC) Indigenous DGR PBI Charities
#Dcss - Diverse Community Justice & Social Services (Www.Dcssjustice.Au) #Lgbtiq #Multicultural #Disability #Firstnations #Indigenous #Diversity #Equality #Inclusion #Dei #Nfp #CharityThis program enables us to assist people who are disadvantaged and who genuinely want to change their lives. Clients can complete a WDP through our organisation, for more information please visit: https://www.dcssaustralia.org/services or email Justice@dcssaustralia.org
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General Advocacy Services
Disability Information & Counselling
Mental Health Services
General Support Services & Counselling
Eating Disorders Assoc
Providing information, individual and group programs, and referrals to individuals with eating disorders, their carers and health professionals.
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General Advocacy Services
Elder Abuse Prevention Unit Help Line
The Elder Abuse Helpline promotes the right of older people to live free from abuse.
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General Youth Services
Family And Childrens Emerging Support Services Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Corporation
Providing holistic supports and advocacy to First Nations families, children, and young people involved with child protection and youth justice.
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National & International Advocacy Services
Good Beginnings and Save the Children join forces - Vincent
Good BeginningsWe run programs for children, young people and adults in Australia and overseas. We stand up for children's rights. We're here because we want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence.
Servicing this region
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