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ANROWS is an initiative of Australia’s National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010-2022 (the National Plan). ANROWS was established by the Commonwealth and all state and territory governments of Australia to produce, disseminate and assist in applying evidence for policy and practice addressing violence against women and their children. ANROWS is the only such research organisation in Australia.

Social workers act collectively and individually to contribute to society in a way that is dedicated to achieving social justice, inclusion and wellbeing. The Australian Association of Social Workers is the professional representative body of social workers in Australia, with more than 15,000 members. It was formed as a national association in 1946 and has since supported its members through the profession's many developments and changes.

The Australian Council of Social Service is a national advocate for people affected by poverty, disadvantage and inequality, and the peak council for community services nationally.

Ageing is a time of possibility, opportunity and influence within an equitable, just and inclusive society in which the voices of older Australians are respected and strong. We promote the rights, interests and good futures of Australians as we age.

AIFS has a proud record of high-quality, responsive and impartial research into the wellbeing of Australian families. Our vision is to make a positive contribution to the wellbeing of Australian families by advancing understanding of the factors affecting Australian families and communicating findings to policy makers, service providers and the broader community.

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) is an independent statutory agency. We produce authoritative and accessible information and statistics to inform and support better policy and service delivery decisions, leading to better health and wellbeing for all Australians.

The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) is a premier research institution in Sydney, Australia and is recognised internationally as a Research Centre of Excellence. The overall mission of NDARC is to conduct and disseminate high quality research and related activities that increase the effectiveness of treatment and intervention responses to alcohol and other drug related harm.

NCOSS was founded in 1934 during the Great Depression when unemployment rose to 28% and extreme poverty was rampant. With few government programs available, assistance was provided through a limited number of overstretched religious charities. A small group was motivated to improve the lives of those suffering and so the NSW Council of Social Services was formed, to coordinate relief efforts and maximise benefit for those in need. Our core vision remains unchanged; a NSW free from poverty and inequality.

At Relationships Australia we believe that healthy relationships are essential for the wellbeing of children, families, individuals and communities. We are committed to social justice and inclusion, and respect the rights of all people, in all their diversity, to live with dignity and safety and to enjoy healthy relationships.