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.
Connect With Our Members
Latest News & Events
Church Providers urge Australians to support the Voice, and to support one another
Australia’s major Church providers (Anglicare Australia, Catholic Social Services Australia, St Vincent de Paul Society, The Salvation Army, and UnitingCare Australia) are unanimous in our support for the Aboriginal and … Read More
Cost-of-living relief for those who need it most
Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) welcomes the passage through Parliament today of the Social Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Strengthening the Safety Net) Act 2023, which will provide targeted cost-of-living … Read More
Minister Burney has faith Australians will vote Yes in Voice Referendum
Minister for Indigenous Australians, Linda Burney, received a standing ovation following her NAIDOC Week address at the National Press Club in Canberra. In her speech, she explained the fundamental purpose … Read More
