Type:	Journal Article
Title:	The Statewide Women's Community Housing Service, Victoria
Other Titles:	Parity
Authors:	Dillon, Anne
Keywords:	Housing
Year:	2001
Publisher:	Council to Homeless Persons
Citation:	14 (2), March 2001
Notes:	Special issue title 'Out of the fire: domestic violence and homelessness' Also published as DVIRC Newsletter Autumn Edition, February 2001 Describes the role and functions of the SWCHS, the only gender specific transitional housing management programme in Victoria. The programme focuses on providing information and referral to women who are or are at risk of being homeless, many of who are victims of domestic violence. Outlines the services role as an advocate for policy changes and provides examples of some of the recommendations it has contributed to and/or developed. Concludes that for women’s housing needs to be fully met, strong political will and increased financial and human resources are needed.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/12495
ISSN:	1032-6170
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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