Department of Social Services Annual Report 2018–19
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About this report
This report describes the operations and performance of the Department of Social Services during 2018-19.
This section describes the Department of Social Services’ outcome and program structure and the Secretary’s Review. There are six parts to the annual report.
Part 1—Overview
Introduces the Department of Social Services with a description of our department and the portfolio.
Part 2—Annual performance statement
Presents our annual performance statement for 2018–19.
Part 2—Annual performance statement [436 kB]
Part 3—National Redress Scheme
Reports on the 2018-19 operation of the scheme compliant with section 187 of the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse Act 2018.
Part 3—National Redress Scheme [219 kB]
Part 4—Management and accountability
Details our management and accountability processes, including corporate governance, external scrutiny, human resources and a review of financial management for the past year.
Part 4—Management and accountability [218 kB]
Part 5—Financial statements
Presents our audited financial statements for 2018–19.
Part 5—Financial statements [991 kB]
Part 6—Appendices
Provides additional information including an index of requirements and where to find this information in the report.
Case studies
These six case studies highlight some of the work we do at the Department of Social Services to improve the wellbeing of individuals and families in Australian communities.
Capable. Sociable. Employable
The future is collaboration
Achieving independence and maturity
Committees give voice to diversity and inclusion
Baking her way to success
Following in dad’s footsteps
Features
Performance studies demonstrate how the department’s diverse range of policies and programs are making a difference to the Australian community.
A holistic approach to welfare
Supporting the vulnerable and preventing entrenched disadvantage
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