This week we are joined by Sandy Pitcher, Chief Executive at The Department of Human Services!
In this podcast, Sandy Pitcher, Chief Executive of South Australia's Department of Human Services, discusses the department’s mission to address diverse human needs with limited resources. She highlights programs supporting disability, autism, food security and Community Centres while stressing preventive measures and community collaboration.
Addressing family violence, Pitcher outlines systemic improvements explored by the Royal Commission, including insights from children and perpetrators. Emphasising early intervention, she calls for community education on issues like domestic violence, coercive control and financial literacy. By focusing on accessibility and empowerment, Pitcher underscores the need for holistic, collaborative approaches to reduce violence, foster resilience, and enhance well-being across South Australia.
In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Michael Baigent for an in-depth conversation about gambling addiction in Australia. Michael highlights the complex role gambling...
This week marks both Community Centre Week and National Palliative Care Week. To celebrate, we are joined by Shyla Mills, the CEO of Palliative...
In the ninth episode of Community Conversations, we are joined by Lynda Schenk, the Head Giraffe at Purple Giraffe. Together we discuss how community...
