Applications open for Disability, Youth and LGBTIQA+ Minister’s Advisory Council
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Disability Royal Commission
The South Australian Government has responded to recommendations
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Seeking feedback on SA’s Youth Action Plan
Improving access to resources, opportunities and services for young people
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Volunteering Strategy 2021–2027 refreshed for 2024
Supporting a strong volunteering sector into the future
See the refreshed strategyAt the Department of Human Services (DHS), we're dedicated to enhancing South Australians' lives by promoting inclusion, independence, community support and modern services.
How can we help?
How we help
We offer a wide range of services and resources designed to aid individuals, families, communities and non-government organisations (NGO) in South Australia.
About us
We lead the development of policy to ensure our programs and services are appropriate, modern and effective in meeting the needs of South Australians.
Work with us
We’re looking for passionate people to join us and help South Australia thrive. If you have drive and integrity, then you have our attention!
News
The latest news from the Department of Human Services.
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Highlights
News
Therapy dog Jada brings comfort and healing
General
Jada, a therapy dog, visits vulnerable young people in custody weekly, offering comfort, healing, and emotional support.
Seeking feedback on South Australia's draft Youth Action Plan
General
Young people and organisations are invited to provide feedback on South Australia's draft Youth Action Plan 2024–2027.
Refreshed Volunteering Strategy for South Australia unveiled
General
The State Government is pleased to release a refreshed Volunteering Strategy for South Australia 2021–2027, updated for 2024.
