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- Author: FCVic
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- Topics: Interview, Member news
In each issue of the Devil\’s Advocate, FCRC shines the spotlight on one of our members.
This month, Linda Burnett, financial counsellor for knowmore legal service, explains her unique role working with survivors of institutional child sexual abuse, as part of the National Redress Scheme. Linda also talks about the life-changing moment when she discovered financial counselling.
- Author: FCVic
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- Topics: Local Councils
FCRC recently made its submission to the review of council rating systems, on behalf of Victorian financial counsellors. We received considerable feedback from our members raising concerns about how councils respond to vulnerable people in the community experiencing hardship resulting from rate charges and rate arrears. These issues are essential to address if Victoria’s rating system is to be fair and equitable for everyone in the community.
- Author: FCVic
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- Topics: Conference, Member news
The FCRC Conference this year took place in idyllic Ballarat. The theme for our conference was \”Expanding Horizons\” which led to a number of robust discussions and cross-sector collaborations that shaped our program over the three-days. We\’ve brought together the highlights of the event in this recap.
- Author: FCVic
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- Topics: Interview, Member news
In each issue of the Devil\’s Advocate, FCRC shines the spotlight on one of our members.
This month, Leanne Khan, financial counsellor with SSRV, talks about the benefits of integrated service models. She also reflects on her steep learning curve when starting financial counselling, and the synergy of community development and social justice within the role.
- Author: FCVic
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- Topics: EO's message, Member news
In alternating issues of the Devil\’s Advocate, the FCRC Executive Officer contributes a message to the sector. This month, Sandy Ross debriefs on the outcomes of FCRC\’s recent AGM.
In alternating issues of the Devil\’s Advocate, the FCRC Chairperson contributes a message to the sector. This month, Julie Barrow shares a heartfelt farewell in her last contribution as Board Chair, after four years in the role.