2.2: Addressing Disadvantage
Implement a range of initiatives, under a strategy aimed at reducing disadvantage, to ensure that all members of our community
have the best chance in life.
Other Information:
Although a relatively affluent community, in 2006 the ACT had approximately 15,795 households (National Centre for Social
and Economic Modelling 2007) in the lowest quintile of Australian equivalised income. Much, but not all, of this disadvantage
is concentrated within certain localities. The ACT Government has adopted and implemented a policy of inclusion for all, with
initiatives such as the Child and Family Centres designed to provide universal support to all families and children. The evidence
indicates, however, that some families require intensive support in order to be able to enjoy the full benefits of our community.
The ACT Government will implement a range of initiatives, under a strategy aimed at reducing disadvantage, to ensure that
all members of our community have the best chance in life. The initiatives include effective prenatal and postnatal care,
access to the best early childhood development, education, health care, and preparation and support for ongoing employment.
Service delivery will include outreach services and wrap-around care. Where appropriate, community-based services and delivery
models will be adopted. As an initial strategy, a range of centrally accessible supports and programs will be established
in West Belconnen for vulnerable families and children, especially those experiencing multiple and complex issues. The service
will be based on a community development intervention model.
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