Welcome to LCSA

The Local Community Services Association (LCSA) is the peak body of Neighbourhood and Community Centres in NSW. Formed in 1974, it continues to resource and support members to grow as community development organisations, and to advocate and represent them amongst government and policy makers.

Transition to Community Builders: please be aware of the changes

Thursday, 24 June 2010 01:14

Thank you again for helping us secure an extra $10 million for community strengthening and capacity building, in our CSGP funding campaign. Funding disbursment details are still unavailable, but in the meantime we have produced a simple checklist for centre staff and boards to ensure they prepare for the Community Builders transition. Please read it and related documents as the changes will impact your centre's operation and services.

Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency: Green Start program

Wednesday, 14 July 2010 04:06

The federal Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency (DCCEE) announced its Green Start program, aimed at helping Australian households, particularly low-income and disadvantaged households, save energy and reduce energy bills. Round 1 will provide home energy assessments and Round 2 will provide energy advice and assistance to low income and disadvantaged households.

Social Inclusion: Professional Partnership Project (PPP)

Monday, 26 July 2010 00:00

The Federal Government's Professional Partnership Project matches corporate business assistance to social enterprises aimed at helping disadvantaged Australians find training and jobs. Deloitte, Ernst and Young, KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers will provide pro-bono assistance to the value of $1 million. Business expertise will be tailored to meet the needs and priorities of up to 30 individual social enterprises selected to participate in the project.

NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service: Translated Health Services Information Sheets