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Disability State Plan

Tell us how we can make SA more inclusive. Share your feedback on the state disability inclusion plan before 30 August 2019.

Grants SA applications now open

Not-for-profit community organisations can apply for up to $100,000 in grants

New working with children checks

Stronger, nationally consistent laws started 1 July 2019. No immediate action is required by most people.

Future changes to disability services

Some state government disability services are changing as part of the NDIS

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Community Services

We work to ensure diverse groups and regions have access to the opportunities and resources they need to actively participate, overcome challenges and achieve their aspirations.

Concessions

We encourage eligible South Australians to apply for a range of concessions.

Disability

We work to support a good life for people with disability, who have the right to choice and control in their lives.

Grants for Organisations

Grants and funding programs for not-for-profit organisations to help build thriving, resilient communities.

Interpreting and Translating

We provide comprehensive, high quality, efficient, confidential and professional interpreting and translating services. Our qualified translators and interpreters are experienced in most of the community and commercial languages of South Australia.

Problem Gambling

We provide people affected by problem gambling with a range of services and help to manage their gambling.

Screening

Screening checks allow organisations to recruit and employ staff and volunteers, while helping to provide safe environments for children and the vulnerable.

Volunteers

Volunteering is a vital part of the South Australian way of life. We encourage South Australians to participate in community life and to care for each other.

Women

We work to improve South Australian women’s economic status, participation, leadership opportunities, safety and wellbeing throughout their lives.

Youth

We work to provide young South Australians with opportunities to improve their lives and contribute to the social and economic wellbeing of our state.

Youth Justice

The youth justice systems supports children and young people to reduce their offending behaviour. Its focus is to inspire them to change and positively participate in their community.

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