YFS IMPACT REPORT 2019-20
03/12/2020
YFS has been backing vulnerable people in the Logan community to overcome adversity and to thrive for more than 35 years. Nowadays, we extend that reach to the Scenic Rim and Redlands as well.
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Calling out the banks: Why responsible lending laws need to stay intact
03/12/2020
No one will forget the stories of banks giving unaffordable loans to pensioners with little care for their vulnerability, or aggressively increasing the credit card limits of people struggling with gambling addiction. These stories were just the tip of an iceberg.
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Disaster doesn't discriminate, and neither does debt
03/12/2020
Although Australia is experiencing one of the most severe financial disasters in our country’s history, there is hope for those who reach out, with over three-quarters (79%) of those who came to Moneycare reporting positive mental health after receiving assistance.
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Moneycare COVID-19 tips and resources
27/11/2020
With uncertainty around how long restrictions will last, knowing what financial decisions to make can be a lifeline for those feeling stressed.
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One step forward, two steps back: Banking Royal Commission reforms welcomed but deep concerns remain
27/11/2020
The Bill introduces some of the 76 long-awaited reforms to strengthen Australian’s consumers rights recommended by the Banking Royal Commission.
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122 organisations join together to oppose Government’s plan to axe safe lending laws
25/11/2020
Speaking with one voice, Australia’s leading consumer advocacy organisations, charities, community, legal and family violence organisations, unions and financial counsellors have condemned the government’s plans to axe safe lending laws.
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Release of new Stolen Wages guide a ‘must read’ for claimants and community workers
21/11/2020
A new information guide titled Stolen Wages: a guide for community workers supporting recipients of stolen wages is now available to help claimants of the Stolen Wages Settlement Scheme – and Community Service Providers... Read more »
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Meet our new Townsville team member, Amanda Nicholson
21/11/2020
Welcome to the ICAN family, Amanda! How does it feel to start your journey to becoming a financial counsellor? It’s fantastic! Financial Counsellors are an essential service, especially during this pandemic, and an important... Read more »
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Diploma opportunities for Indigenous service providers closes soon!
21/11/2020
ICAN’s long-standing partnership with CBA has facilitated the education of approximately 45 Indigenous Australians to become financial counsellors over the last 6 years. Many of these graduates are now in leadership and formative positions... Read more »
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White Ribbon Day 2020
19/11/2020
It's time to put the elimination of violence against women firmly on the agenda in your community by organising a White Ribbon event - a march, meal, webinar, meeting or more - and invite people to join you in ongoing action.
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FCAQ Governance Webinar
18/09/2020
FCAQ is going through a governance restructure and is holding a webinar for its members.
An information sheet has been uploaded in the MEMBERS NEWS section of this website, which is restricited to members only.
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Tackling Financial Hardship Together
18/09/2020
The Ergon Energy Retail and Powerlink sponsored ‘Empowering Community Services’ webinar series couldn’t have come at a better time according to ICAN/ICAN Learn CEO, Aaron Davis. “Financial counsellors and the broader community services sector... Read more »
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