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The St Vincent de Paul Society offers over 200 services that help people in need.
For People Like David, Homelessness is Just One Sudden Crisis Away.
This winter, more and more people like David* are being pushed into homelessness and poverty. As prices rise, one sudden crisis can be all it takes.
Post-budget Media Release
The Society welcomes the federal budget reforms to capital gains tax and negative gearing, describing them as a meaningful step toward improving fairness.
A Fair Energy Future Webinar
This webinar is part of the Society’s advocacy series, bringing together policy experts and leaders to discuss key social justice issues and to build a fairer Australia.
National Reconciliation Week 2026
National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories and recommit to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year's theme, 'All In for Reconciliation', calls us to listen more deeply to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices and support community-led solutions.
The Record free subscription
Publications from the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council.
The Record is St Vincent de Paul Society's National Council quarterly magazine focusing on social justice issues such as homelessness, poverty, refugees & asylum seekers and more.
2026 Energy Economics for Non-Energy Economists
Discover the difference between allocative and productive efficiency, and why economists advocate market-based approaches to reducing emissions.
Join Associate Professors Tim Nelson and Dr Joel Gilmore for a one-day immersive course featuring five 60-minute modules, you'll learn how economics works in Australia's electricity industry. Register today or express your interest to secure your place.
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The St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia has more than 45,000 members and volunteers, who work hard to assist people in need and combat social injustice across Australia.
Internationally, the Society operates in 153 countries and has over 800,000 members.
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Ways to get involved
The St Vincent de Paul is always looking for motivated community-minded people to get involved in our programs, events and services nationwide.
Here are some ways you can help: