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Why it matters What we are doing About the goal Our targets About the Goal About Everybody should have enough money or resources for the basic needs of life – enough food for oneself and for one’s family; a roof over one’s head; and resources to cover clothing, education and health expenses. Poverty has many dimensions, but its causes include unemployment, social exclusion, and high vulnerability of certain populations to disasters, diseases and other phenomena which prevent them from being productive. Growing inequality is detrimental to economic growth and undermines social cohesion, increasing political and social tensions and, in some circumstances, driving instability and conflicts. Why it Matters 3.25 million Australians live below the poverty line 700,000 of those are children under 15 60% of people on Youth Allowance live below the poverty line Why What Neighbourhood Houses & Centres are doing It is hard to pinpoint exactly how Neighbourhood houses and centres work towards No Poverty because it is so deeply ingrained in our day to day operations. We work towards this goal without even realising it. Across our houses you will typically see food parcels being available to vulnerable members of our community, healthy and nutritious lunches that bring the community together, programs that help people find financial independence. At a state and national level we are championing the raise the rate campaign and lobbying ministers for a change in reform. Targets What Localising the SDGs No Poverty Speakers Mary Wooldridge: Former LNP Minister for Mental Health, Community Services, Disability and Womens Affairs Dr Jemery Baskin: Fellow, Melbourne School of Government and Melbourne Law School, University of Melbourne Minna Yikanno, Head of Research team at Kela Dalal Smiley - CEO Wellsprings or Women (VIC) Gaelle Gouillou- CEO Spiers Centre (WA) Our Targets

Privacy Policy Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Assoication (ANHCA) is committed to safeguarding your privacy online. Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Assoication has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to privacy. The following discloses our information gathering and dissemination practices for Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Assoication. Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Assoication does not collect personally identifiable information about individuals except when such individuals specifically provide such information on a voluntary basis. For example, such personally identifiable information may be gathered from the registration process for subscription or services and in connection with content submissions, community postings (e.g., forums), suggestions and transactional areas. Personally identifiable information on individual users will not be sold or otherwise transferred to unaffiliated third parties without the approval of the user at the time of collection. At such points of collection, the user will have the opportunity to indicate whether he or she would like to "opt out" of receiving promotional and/or marketing information about other products, services and offerings and/or any third parties. Further, notwithstanding any opt out of promotional information by the user, we reserve the right to contact a subscriber regarding account status, changes to the subscriber agreement and other matters relevant to the underlying service and/or the information collected. We do reserve the right to perform statistical analyses of user behaviour and characteristics in order to measure interest in and use of the various areas of the site and to inform advertisers of such information as well as the number of users that have been exposed to or clicked on their advertising banners. Upon request, we will allow any user to "opt out" of further promotional contacts at any time. Additionally upon request, we will use reasonable efforts to allow users to update/correct personal information previously submitted which the user states is erroneous to the extent such activities will not compromise privacy or security interests. Also, upon a user's request, we will use commercially reasonable efforts to functionally delete the user and his or her personal information from its database; however, it may be impossible to delete a user's entry without some residual information because of backups and records of deletions. Access to the database containing personal information is restricted to Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association staff members with direct responsibility for customer service or management of the website. Authorised staff members are not allowed to pass on information about members to non-authorised staff without the express permission of the Managing Director. Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association reserves the right to change this policy at any time by notifying users of the existence of a new privacy statement. This statement and the policies outlined herein are not intended to and do not create any contractual or other legal rights in or on behalf of any party. Your data may also be available to our website provider to enable us and them to deliver their service to us, carry out analysis and research on demographics, interests and behaviour of our users and supporters to help us gain a better understanding of them to enable us to improve our services. This may include connecting data we receive from you on the website to data available from other sources. Your personally identifiable data will only be used where it is necessary for the analysis required, and where your interests for privacy are not deemed to outweigh their legitimate interests in developing new services for us. In the case of this activity the following will apply: Your data will be made available to our website provider The data that may be available to them include any of the data we collect as described in this policy. Our website provider will not transfer your data to any other third party, or transfer your data outside of the EEA. They will store your data for a maximum of 7 years. This processing does not affect your rights as detailed in this privacy policy. Choice/Opt-Out Our site provides users the opportunity to opt-out of receiving communications. This site gives users the following options for removing their information from our database to not receive future communications or to no longer receive our service: 1. You can send email to emma@anhca.org 2. You can call the following telephone number: (03) 9602 1228 If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this website, you can contact : Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association Shop B41, Level 4 744 Bourke Street Docklands VIC 3008 Telephone: (03) 9602 1228 Email: emma@anhca.org

Why it matters What we are doing About the goal Our targets About the Goal About This goal aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation. Due to a rapidly changing global economic landscape and increasing inequalities, sustained growth of industry must by supported by innovation and resilient infrastructure. Economic growth, social development and climate action are heavily dependent on investments in infrastructure, sustainable industrial development and technological progress. Why it Matters 2.5 million are not connected to the internet due to affordability, location or digital literacy Increase 10% Electricity prices increase 10% annually for household 80% of energy generated in Australia is sourced from fossil fuels Why What Neighbourhood Houses & Centres are doing Neighbourhood Houses and Centres work primarily in the infrastructure sector of this goal, as houses/ centres offer spaces that the community can use publicly and privately. Additionally, many Houses/ Centres provide consultations and information sessions on infrastructure. The way in which we are working towards this goal includes, but not limited to is: Community consultation Room hire VicRoads Childcare Auspice other community organisations Disaster relief & recovery Grant writing support Our Targets Targets What

Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot (CRISP) The Australian government has partnered with Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia (CRSA) in the design and delivery of a new Australian community sponsorship program for refugees, known as the ‘CRISP’ (Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot) This program enables groups of everyday Australians (including those in regional communities) to welcome refugees into their local community from ‘day one’ of their Australian journey and provide them with practical resettlement and integration support, in line with other community sponsorship programs operating successfully around the world. If you are interested in learning more about the CRISP program or want to get involved, please visit the CRISP page on CRSA’s website . ANHCA’s role in the CRISP ANHCA is CRSA’s primary fundraising partner in the delivery of the CRISP program. Through this partnership Community Supporter Groups (CSGs) involved in the CRISP can use the Shout for Good platform as a tool to raise funds they anticipate requiring when welcoming and supporting a refugee household through the CRISP program. Using the ‘Shout for Good’ platform to raise funds for your CRISP Community Supporter Group (CSG) to participate in a Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia (CRSA) program is a convenient way to collect your group’s donations in one place and enables your Australian-based donors to make donations that are tax- deductible even if your group is not an incorporated entity or a registered charity. People who donate through this platform will be instantly issued with a tax-deductible receipt for donations of more than $2. To use the platform for this purpose, CSGs can set up a fundraising page as a ‘Donor’ via Shout for Good and select Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA) as the charity the funds they raise will be donated to. CSGs participating in the CRISP will be eligible to have any funds they have raised through this set up released as a grant to them by ANHCA. ANHCA will consult with CRSA to confirm a CSG’s participation in the CRISP prior to funds being released and CSG’s will also be required to comply with ANHCA’s Grant Terms & Conditions when spending the granted funds. Learn more about ANHCA's partnership here . To register for a fundraising page on Shout for Good platform sign up here For more information please review our key documents: For any questions about this process, please email jarrah@anhca.org or call 0428 964 817 Grants Policy Fundraising Guidelines ANHCA & CRSA Partnership humanKIND short film In 2022 members of the Wonthaggi community came together to welcome a refugee family from Syria under the new CRISP community sponsorship program. humanKIND, a short film directed by Sal Balharrie, follows the group’s journey as they prepare for the Ali family’s arrival and welcome them into the local community. The film gives a clear and engaging snapshot into the life of a CRISP group. CRSA and the filmmaker have made the 30-minute film available to community groups (with no charge) to give insight into the CRISP and grow the community sponsorship movement in Australia. If you’d like to show the film for a community event – perhaps a refugee fundraiser or an event to recruit members for a CRISP group – please get in touch: info@refugeesponsorship.org.au . Watch the full film here! (PASSWORD: humanKIND_launch_23)

SDG's for Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres

Why it matters What we are doing About the goal Our targets About the Goal About H&W To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages is important to building prosperous societies. Concerted efforts are required to achieve universal health coverage and sustainable financing for health; address the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, tackle antimicrobial resistance and environmental factors contributing to ill health. Why it Matters 1 in 4 are currently experiencing an episode of lonliness x2 The Indigenous suicide rate is double that of the general population 63% of Australians over 18 are overweight or obese WHY HW What Neighbourhood Houses & Centres are doing Good Health and Well-being is multifaceted, therefore the way in which Neighbourhood houses and centres address this Sustainable Development Goal differs greatly. Across our Houses/ Centres there are healthy cooking classes, exercise groups, and gardening to promote physical health, but there are also art classes and social groups, such as Men's Shed targeted towards building mental health within the community. Localising the SDGs Good Health and Well-being What HW Moderator: Nicole Battle, President (ANHCA) Speakers: Sophie Arnold; Executive Manager, UNAA Victoria Mark Morgan; Professor of General Practice at Bond University Chair, Expert Committee – Quality Care Royal Australian College of General Practitioners David Perry; Policy and Research Officer, (NHVic) Redland Community Centre Highett Neighbourhood Community House Targets HW Our Targets

Other Helpful Resources Disability Support Pension - DSP DSP is a Centrelink payment for people who have a medical or psycho-social condition, or intellectual disability, that limits their ability to work. This document contains details on eligibility, application submission requirements and more. Disability Support Pension FACTSHEET NFP Bookkeepers and Accountants The purpose of this e-book is to assist bookkeepers and accountants new to NFPs in preparing accurate accounting records. It will also ensure that your accounts will be audit ready with the minimum amount of effort. Tips from the Auditor for NFP Bookkeepers and Accountants

Financial support payments for Rochester and surrounding residents impacted by the Octorber 2022 flood event, Victoria, Australia. Rochester Community Access Flood Relief Fund In response to the floods in October 2022, Rochester Community House established a flood recovery bank account to collect donation funds to be distributed to the flood-affected residents of their community. To assist with the distribution of these funds, Rochester Community House has partnered with the Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA) . With additional funding from Community Bank Elmore, Lockington and Rochester , ANHCA has established the 'Rochester Community Access Flood Relief Fund' . We aim to ensure that these funds are readily available for local community members of Rochester and surrounding residents. Who can rece ive funding? Residents of Rochester (3561) and surrounding localities impacted by the October 2022 flood event . This funding is only available for your primary residence. This includes people who are renting or are homeowners. This excludes rental properties that are rented or owned but are used as a secondary residence (e.g., holiday homes). Rental properties will be addressed on an individual basis. This funding is only available for individu als and not for businesses. You can apply for Round Two even if you received Round One funding. Funding Available: Apply for up to $200 of financial support payments. Round One: Open 20 July 2023, max $500 per household. Closed 27 November 2024. Round Two: Open 27 November 2024, max $200 per household. Close date TBC. Assessment Process: Applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. Funding will be transferred after assessment to community members who are deemed eligible. The administrator’s decision is final. Feedback for unsuccessful applications may not be provided. Other s upport available for flood relief Financial support available for people impacted by the Victorian floods and Bogong landslip Business Groups Flood Recovery Grants Register for a structural assessment Good Shepherd's No Interest Loans (NILs) Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee Salvation Army Disasters Assistance Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) Disaster Relief Grants If you have any questions or concerns about the application process, please contact: Jarrah Kelly, Project Support Specialist jarrah@anhca.org Round 2 Opens 27 November 2024 DOWNLOAD GUIDELINES APPLY ONLINE

Find a Neighbourhood House/ Centre Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA) represents over 1000 houses and centres around Australia. Each Neighbourhood House and Centre across Australia is represented by six state peak bodies that make up the membership of ANHCA. Tasmania Find a House/Centre Victoria Find a House/Centre Linkwest (WA) Find a House/Centre Queensland Find a House/Centre NSW Find a House/Centre South Australia Find a House/Centre

NCHC's and decent growth & economic growth and Andrew Leigh offers his comments on the neighbourhood houses sector. Why it matters What we are doing About the goal Our targets About the Goal About This goals aims to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work. Sustained and inclusive economic growth can drive progress, create jobs for all and improve living standards. Having a job does not guarantee a decent living, with many people living below the poverty line despite having paid employment. Additionally, women and girls must have equal access to equal opportunities with men and boys for employment. Everyone benefits when people are more productive and are contributing to their countries economic growth. This process starts in youth, by providing young people with opportunities in education and training it ensures that young people have skills that match the labour market demands. Why it Matters 7.1 % The current unemployment rate in Australia 2.6% Average growth rate in Australian between 2014 - 2018 75% of Australians graduate from high school Why Localising the SDGs A Community Led Approach to Global Issues: Webinar 6 Speakers Andrew Leigh, Federal Shadow Minister Matt Pfahlert, CEO of ACRE Sophie Arnold, UNAA Victoria Oona Ormsby, Northcliffe Family and Community Centre Ramona Barry, The Bridge Daredin Hosted By Nicole Battle, President of ANHCA What Neighbourhood Houses & Centres are doing Neighbourhood Houses and Centres work towards achieving this goal at a community level by providing services that enable people to access services and gain employment. For example our Houses/ Centres offer; Resume services Employment services Child care Centrelink Our Targets Targes What

Member Representative and Committee Nomination Information Would you like to get involved with the governance of ANHCA? There are two ways you can get involved - as a state representative or as a committee member. These positions are open to anyone in the neighbourhood and community houses and centres sector. Member Representative As a member representative you will represent one of the member states, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, and Victoria. As a state representative you will be appointed to act as a member states representative where you will vote at general meetings and stand for election. Please find the application form on page 13. Committee Member ANHCA's committee consists of up to eight members from each state, with specific roles as President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary available. Please find the application form on page 14. Application document

Why it matters What we are doing About the goal Our targets About the Goal Goal 10 aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries. Inequalities can be based on myriad of determinants; income, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion and opportunity. When individuals are excluded, it impacts upon long-term social and economic development, harms poverty reduction and destroys people's sense of fulfillment and self-worth. We cannot achieve sustainable development and improve the planet for all when people are excluded from opportunities and services. Why it Matters Australia has seen the biggest fall in living standards in 30 years <1% The lowest 20% of households owned less than 1% of all household wealth The children of families at the bottom of the income ladder have little chance of moving upward Why About What Neighbourhood Houses & Centres are doing At the heart of what Neighbourhood houses and centres aim to do is to reduce inequalities that persist within the community. Whilst it will take a collective movement, supported by all aspects of society, Houses/ Centres address these inequalities in the community by offering services and programs which provide people with the building blocks to overcome these inequalities. Some of these programs/ services include; Volunteer skills bank/ Volunteer matching Tutoring Resume services Public computer and internet access Emergency relief Disaster relief Community Advocacy At a local, state and national level, Community and Neighbourhood Houses & Centres lobby governments in community advocacy, such as the Raise the Rate Campaign to reduce inequalities. What Localising the SDGs Reduced Inequalities Targts Moderator: Nicole Battle, President (ANHCA) Speakers Sophie Arnold, Executive Manager, UNAA Victoria Nyadol Nyuon, Australian lawyer and human rights advocate Kathryn Coff, Nalderun Education Aboriginal Corporation Steven Portericker, Associate Deputy Executive Director at Goddard Riverside Our Targets