In February of 2019, the Department of Family and Community Services (FACs) released the Their Futures Matter (TFM) Access System Redesign discussion paper. This discussion paper articulates a new vision for the Access System and calls for feedback regarding a number of important considerations. The Access System Redesign discussion paper features 39 questions focused

In early September, the Department of Family and Community Services (FACS) released the Targeted Earlier Intervention Programs Sector Consultation Paper. Western Sydney Community Forum joined with partner peak agencies and local councils to host three Roundtables in Greater Western Sydney on the FACS Earlier Intervention Programs (TEIP) Reforms. In total the three Roundtables captured the

This submission aims to respond to the Inquiry into service coordination in communities with high needs through a solutions based framework by demonstrating best practice examples in areas of high social needs in Greater Western Sydney and capturing key insights from local organisations. Key themes from these consultations are explored along with several recommendations