Media Releases
UnitingCare Australia calls for equal pay, funding certainty
As we mark Equal Pay Day, UnitingCare Australia warns that the gender pay gap will widen and essential community services will be cut, unless the Government commits to ongoing funding for fair and equitable wages. A decision by the Fair…
UnitingCare Australia renews calls for solution to homelessness
As the economic and social impacts of the coronavirus crisis continue to be felt across communities, it is more important than ever that individuals and families have a home. Marking National Homelessness Week, UnitingCare Australia is renewing calls for a…
Joint statement: National Aboriginal and Islander Children’s Day
As communities across Australia mark National Aboriginal and Islander Children’s Day, the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), UnitingCare Australia and UCA Redress Ltd have affirmed their commitment to progressing truth telling to shape a better future for…
OPEN LETTER – Ensuring every child can thrive
Dear Prime Minister, Our COVID response and the leadership demonstrated by Australian communities and governments has shown what can be achieved when we band together to realise a common goal. Now, as we move to the next phase of the…
New Closing the Gap Agreement a historic step forward, but must be backed up with action and funding
The Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC) and UnitingCare Australia have welcomed the new Closing the Gap Agreement announced today, but have urged governments at all levels to back up their stated commitments with comprehensive action, including dedicated…
Open letter to the Prime Minister: COVID-19 National Response Plan for People Sleeping Rough
Dear Prime Minister, We write to you regarding the urgent situation concerning homeless people sleeping rough and COVID-19. Australia has led the world in its crisis response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This included an extraordinary achievement in temporarily sheltering…