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.
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Latest News
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Catholic Social Services Australia Welcomes Appointment of Tanya Plibersek to Social Services Portfolio
Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) has today welcomed the appointment of the Hon Tanya Plibersek MP as the new Minister for Social Services. CSSA Executive Director, Dr Jerry Nockles, congratulated … Read More
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CSSA Rejoices at the Election of Pope Leo XIV
Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) joins Catholics around the world in celebrating the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, Successor of St Peter as leader of … Read More
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CSSA Congratulates Albanese Government on Historic Election Victory
Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) extends its warmest congratulations to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Australian Labor Party on their historic first-term victory in the Federal Election. The unprecedented … Read More
Events & Webinars
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CSSA National Conference 2025: Hope in Action
The CSSA National Conference 2025: Hope in Action – brought together leaders, academics, and advocates from across the Catholic social services network for two days of meaningful dialogue, reflection, and … Read More
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Governance
CSSA is excited to present a pre-conference webinar focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for governance within social services organisations. This session is designed to support the CSSA … Read More