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The Benevolent Society, operating since 1813, provides integrated support services to children, young people and families, older Australians, people with disability and carers. It has more than 1,000 people-first practitioners working to help people live their life, their way. As one of Australia’s first charitable organisations, The Benevolent Society has pioneered positive social change and uses its practice wisdom to advocate for a just, caring society.

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Allies for Children Statement - Our Commitment for a Unified Nation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children

27 May 2025

Walking together in truth-telling and healing so Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families can thrive. This is our Allies for Children aspiration in the relationships we continue to forge between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and nonindigenous Australians in the spirit of reconciliation.

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Benevolent to Transition Disability Therapy & Behaviour Support Services to AHTG

5 May 2025

The Benevolent Society (Benevolent) will transition its disability therapy and positive behavioural support services to the Australian Health & Therapy Group (AHTG), a leading provider specialising in delivering disability-focused therapy.

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Change of leadership at The Benevolent Society

20 Mar 2025

Today we farewell, Lin Hatfield Dodds who has stepped down as CEO of The Benevolent Society after almost four years at the helm.

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