Located in Melbourne with members in all parts of Australia, VANISH is funded by the Victorian State Government through the Department of Human Services. Services are currently available to those who have a personal experience of separation from family of origin: people affected by adoption - adopted persons, mothers, fathers, adoptive parents and family members of all these people. people affected by donor conception. Forgotten Australians - former wards of state, defacto adoptees and/or those who were voluntarily placed in institutions or foster care in Victoria. Services are free to individuals who were adopted and/or were in ‘out of home care’ in Victoria. There are however, costs associated with obtaining relevant certificates, files and records. VANISH extends its services to persons from interstate and overseas for a small fee. VANISH, a community organisation based on the self-help model, offers a support service that aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions. Most staff members have a personal experience of separation from family and so are able to empathise with service users and offer appropriate assistance and support. Privacy, anonymity and needs of service users are respected at all times.
Laverton Community Integrated Services Inc. is a local Not-for-Profit organisation operating under the Community Development Model and is underpinned by the Social Justice principles. LCIS is managed by a volunteer based Board of Management, representative of the Community and contributing the skills required for good governance. In 2012, LCIS became a Public Benevolent Institution providing tax relief for all donations over $2.00. Directly serving the communities of Laverton, Altona Meadows and the broader municipality of Hobsons Bay, LCIS offers Adult Community Education as a Registered Training Organisation; Integrated Child Care Services through the Laverton Community Children’s Centre and Community Service programs and activities through the Laverton Community Centre and Neighbourhood House. These services are all provided within the Crown Street Community Precinct. The Laverton Community Centre is now operating from inside the newly built Laverton Community Services Hub located on Railway Avenue. The Laverton Community Centre was established in 1974 with the assistance of Rotary.
Supporting people after amputation or limb difference, through sporting initiatives and social inclusion projects. Finding Your Feet supports amputees and their families or carers in achieving rehabilitation and independence in hospital, home, education, employment and sport.We provide opportunities for individuals and their families to come together to share experiences or simply socialise. From day trips, drop-in centres, coffee mornings and parties to football, climbing, skiing and swimming, our sessions are designed to meet the needs of all ages while providing a unique opportunity for amputees to have fun and benefit from some support. Our 'Foot Patrol' in their wheelchair accessible vehicle will visit local amputees who are unable to attend our clubs and classes themselves. The Foot Patrol will provide support, introduce local clubs and encourage social inclusion where possible. Charity No: SCO44572 Find out more Website http://www.findingyourfeet.net/ Facebook http://facebook.com/findingyourfeetcharity/ Twitter http://twitter.com/fyf_charity YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCApVG4g6EmEBuiZPdWWGYwg
Fair Trade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world. By requiring companies to pay sustainable prices, Fair Trade addresses the injustices of conventional trade, which traditionally discriminates against the poorest, weakest producers. It enables them to improve their position and have more control over their lives. The Fair Trade Association engages with and supports local fair trade network groups and our growing network of Fair Trade Communities: councils, universities, workplaces, faith groups and schools who have made a commitment to fair trade. We recognise and promote the Fairtrade Mark, the World Fair Trade Organisation, and our own system Fair Traders of Australia as credible fair trade systems, which meet international fair trade standards. For more information on the Fair Trade Association please visit