NESB Housing Taskforce NSW |
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A forum to discuss and identify multisectoral strategies with a view to achieving equitable access to affordable, secure and culturally-appropriate housing across private, public and community housing sectors for non-English-speaking background communities in New South Wales.
Facilitate the formation of, and resource, a statewide ongoing intersectoral consultation with the NSW Department of Housing.
Assess and identify needs, gaps and priority issues with a view to developing implementation strategies in the access to and in the provision of housing for NESB communities in New South Wales.
Act as a forum for information exchange and facilitate direct channels of communication working cooperatively and collaboratively with related government and nongovernment networks and forums.
Represent both operational and policy issues to government at a local state and federal level, with a view to improving policy and service delivery.
Actively explore alternative sources and housing options for NESB communities in New South Wales.
Membership is open to all nongovernment stakeholders with an interest in identifying and addressing housing issues for NESB communities in New South Wales.
The Taskforce is convened by Shelter NSW.
Updated 19-Sep-2008