🌟 Exciting opportunity! Share your insights and use your voice to create meaningful change by joining our new Mission Australia Advisory Panel. If you are a current client or tenant or have been a client or tenant of Mission Australia in the past two years, we want to hear from you. The panel will: ✔ Help shape the future of our organisation ✔ Shape the direction of our initiatives, services and programs. Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/g7kw7Wf9
Mission Australia
Non-profit Organization Management
Sydney, NSW 56,789 followers
Together, we stand with Australians in need until they can stand for themselves.
About us
Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more. Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves.
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https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_campaign=Life
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Sydney, NSW
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1859
- Specialties
- Homelessness crisis and prevention services, Social and affordable housing, Children and families services, Youth services, Community services, Alcohol and other drug rehabilitation, Mental health services, National Disability Insurance Scheme, Homeless aged care services, Employment and skills development, and Early learning services
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Level 7 - HSBC Building
580 George Street
Sydney, NSW 2000, AU
Employees at Mission Australia
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From workplace giving to leaving a gift in her Will, Mandy’s heart of gold shines brightly this Include a Charity Week. 💛 Grateful for her family and role models, Mandy reflects on how their love and support empowered her to seize opportunities. Her mother’s bold decision in the early 70s to leave an unhappy marriage instilled in Mandy a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to overcome challenges. Throughout her life, Mandy has embraced every opportunity to help others, from workplace giving to supporting friends in need. Her daughter Sophie shares this passion and reflects the same caring and determined spirit. Mandy is proud of Sophie’s commitment to making a difference and believes in empowering others to reach their full potential. “I think if you can help someone you should. I feel blessed to have had my family around me growing up where I always felt loved and supported; there are so many people who have not had this in their lives,” says Mandy. This philosophy aligns with Mission Australia’s vision, and it’s why Mandy has chosen to leave a gift in her Will. “I hope my contribution will open doors for others, providing them with the opportunities they need to shine.” *Pictured: Mandy (left) with her daughter Sophie (right) This Include a Charity Week, learn how you can make an impact: https://lnkd.in/gmHbJmSS
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“As a mother, there have been countless times where I've learned valuable insights from listening to my son.” This National Child Protection Week, Sharon Callister reflects on the importance of listening to young voices. #NCPW2024
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Meet Andrew, a 47-year-old single dad who has been facing mental health challenges. With support from his Mission Australia case worker, Andrew joined a gym with a pool to boost his fitness and keep up with his young daughter. Now, the father and daughter duo are spending time at the pool together, keeping fit and having fun. *Names have been changed to protect the identity of the people we help.
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Every conversation matters - we have a lot to learn from children. This National Child Protection Week, we asked some young people their thoughts on how grown ups can be happy. Learn more about how we advocate for young voices: https://lnkd.in/gjU3AMw
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Mission Australia welcomes the opening of the Walgett Women’s Safe House, a new refuge providing much-needed crisis accommodation and support for women and children fleeing domestic violence in the region. Managed by Mission Australia, the safe house and comprises five houses with an office on site. Residents will have access to on-site, wrap-around support from Mission Australia staff including counselling and legal assistance. Construction of the safe house was made possible thanks to a $5.25 million investment by NSW Department of Communities and Justice. Thanks to MP Jodie Harrison and Sally Ascroft for attending the opening, along with local Aboriginal elders and the Walgett community. The Walgett Women’s Safe House ensures that women and their children can remain connected to their communities while being supported by Mission Australia as they start to rebuild their lives.
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Thanks to the team at Great Southern Bank for being part of our 'Steps for Safe Homes' challenge. They took over 2.2 million steps and raised an incredible $21,403 to support people experiencing homelessness.
We took more than 2.2 million steps towards safe homes Earlier this month, we shared our teams were participating in Mission Australia's Steps for Safe Homes Challenge. We’re pleased to report that we have taken over 2.2 million steps to collectively raise $21,403! Thank you to all who generously donated and our teams who “stepped up” to the challenge. So, where will the funds go? Our purpose is for all Australians to own their own home, but we know not everyone is fortunate enough to have a place to call their own. We’re pleased to say the funds will go towards transitional accommodation services for families that are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. These include Douglas House (Cairns) and Fairfax House (Sydney). Over a 6-month period, each facility can see as many as 130 families find care and assistance. Alongside safe accommodation, Mission Australia offers wrap around support including ongoing case management, counselling, medical support, and training to help people on their journey to independence. A special shout out and thank you to all team members who participated in the challenge, getting up early or walking into the night to complete your step goals. We walked our dogs, spotted some Australian wildlife, strolled to the coffee shop and enjoyed the views of Sydney Harbour and beyond. Check out the photos below 👇 Laura Watson Tiffany Hemberg Rob Hampton Joel Cooney Zarese K. Linda Henry Estelle McCabe Laurel-Lee Blain Tom McGuire Renee DeVisser AGIA Katherine Lowe Julie Jones Rebecca Hendry #StepsForSafeHomes24 #MissionAustralia #ResponsibleBanking
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Community legal centres help people in need to resolve legal problems in areas like housing, relationships and debt before they hit crisis point. They also play a crucial role in preventing homelessness and domestic and family violence. You can help #SaveCommunityLegalCentres. https://lnkd.in/gVeMq5C9
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83. The number of nights Matty spent living in temporary motel accommodation. Despite the challenges, Matty stayed hopeful. Connecting with Mission Australia, he received support to finally find a safe place to call home. Proudly holding up the keys to his new home, Matty is excited for his next chapter.
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As #HomelessnessWeek draws to an end, we’re honoured to welcome Her Excellency General the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia as our new Patron. Sam Mostyn AC brings with her a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to social justice and equality. We look forward to working together to help create positive changes across our communities in Australia.
Governor-General Sam Mostyn AC announced as Mission Australia’s Patron
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