We are Australia’s national network of community-based Catholic organisations providing social services to and advocacy for those most in need.
A voice for a
compassionate
Australia
A voice for
a fairer
Australia
A voice for
a just
Australia
Our Members
The CSSA membership network is drawn from Catholic social welfare organisations, operating under the authority of a diocesan bishop or a religious order, and from Catholic lay associations. Catholic social policy organisations that operate at the state or local levels are eligible to become Associate Members of CSSA.
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Latest News
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Budget 2026: A Step Towards Fiscal Discipline, But More is Needed To Support Australia’s Vulnerable
12 May 2026 Tonight’s Federal Budget delivers a mix of welcome progress alongside missed opportunities and concerning measures that risk deepening hardship for Australia’s most vulnerable. Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) acknowledges the Government’s efforts to pursue fiscal discipline, a necessary step to control inflation and protect those who can least afford rising costs. “Maintaining…
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If we are serious about social cohesion, we must ‘look through’ actions to see human dignity.
7 May 2026 As Australian women and children return from Syria this week, the moment presents us an opportunity for a deeper reflection on how we live together as a society. If we are serious about enhancing our social cohesion, we must relearn the ability to ‘look through’ past actions or mistakes and recognise the…
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Catholic Social Services Australia mourns the loss of Kumanjayi Little Baby and calls for renewed commitment to dignity and justice
30 April 2026 Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) expresses profound sorrow and heartache at the tragic death of Kumanjayi Little Baby, a young girl in Alice Springs. We extend our deepest condolences to Kumanjayi Little Baby’s mother, family, and community during this time of unimaginable grief. To Kumanjayi Little Baby, “Me and [your brother] Ramsiah…
Events & Webinars
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St Stanislaus College, Bathurst Charism Day Address by Dr Jerry Nockles
Introduction Good morning, everyone. My name is Jerry Nockles, and I’m a very proud old boy of Stannies. I was here between 1980 and 1984 – and for those of you paying close attention, you’ll notice that’s a five-year stretch, not six. For the scholarly and the curious I will come back to explain why…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Governance
CSSA is excited to present a pre-conference webinar focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for governance within social services organisations. This session is designed to support the CSSA network’s leadership teams in navigating the opportunities and challenges that AI presents, ensuring sustainable and safe organisational practices. Click the link to register your attendance…