Australia: New research underscores the crucial role of community organizations in disaster recovery across Australia, highlighting their capacity to provide rapid, tailored, and sustained support alongside formal emergency services. The study was conducted in partnership with the Australian Research Council’s Centre of Excellence for Children and Families over the Life Course and the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland.

Far from being secondary actors, community groups including the St Vincent de Paul Society serve as essential partners in disaster response, delivering both immediate relief and long-term assistance that helps individuals and families regain stability, dignity, and hope.

“While we may not be the first responders, the Society ensures that people receive timely support

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