RIDERS FORCHANGE A passionate group of young people at the Elizabeth Skate Park are acting as leaders and drivers for change in their local community. The Elizabeth Riders' Committee (ERC) is a partnership between AnglicareSA and the City of Playford, supported by Reconnect Playford's Emily Pearson and the City of Playford's Evan Dalziell. ERC encourages young people passionate about BMX bikes, scooters and skateboards to become involved with their local skate park while gaining confidence in their skills. As part of the ERC program, youth mentors are selected from within the group for their natural leadership skills and passion for community work. ERC presents workshops to organisations and local government across South Australia to advocate for young people's increased involvement in recreational planning. The committee also upskills young people and supports them into career pathways. ERC members achieve skills in event management, teaching, presentations, community feedback, first aid and business partnerships.
TAKE THE STRESSOUTOF YOUR FINANCES
M any of AnglicareSA’s community services support individuals and families who are experiencing some type of financial stress. The flow-on effect of financial stress to housing instability, family relationships and specialist services such as alcohol and other drugs, mental health and domestic and family violence services is significant. Systemic issues such as inadequate income and poor financial literacy are a key feature of so many of our clients' stories. That is why we decided to sign up to Good Shepherd Microfinance's Financial Inclusion Action Plan (FIAP). To find out more go to www.anglicaresa.com. au/findings-financial-security-snapshot. This ground breaking social justice initiative aims to realise greater equality and inclusion by encouraging
government, corporate and not-for-profit stakeholders to ‘take action’ and champion for better financial inclusion. If you, or someone you know, are experiencing financial stress, help is at hand. Working together with clients, AnglicareSA financial counsellors provide financial education and support as they work towards a stable financial future. Financial counsellors can also contact creditors, advocating on the clients’ behalf, to establish affordable payment plans for outstanding bills. The ultimate goal of financial counselling is to empower clients with knowledge and confidence in dealing with their finances. For more information, please contact AnglicareSA on 1800 759 707.
8 — News about AnglicareSA, Spring 2018
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