What We Do
SCOA provides a credible and informed source of knowledge and advice on migrant and refugee settlement issues, settlement planning, service delivery and related policy and program matters. We work closely with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), and a range of other government and non-government stakeholders.
Our Objectives
The objectives outlined in SCOA's constitution include:
- Marketing the projects and events of our members
- Progressing settlement issues at the national level
- Providing a clearinghouse role
- Promoting Access and Equity
- Supporting and driving action research
- Collaborating with government and other peak bodies
Our current priorities include:
- Providing information on settlement issues through regular newsletters
- Developing policy and position papers on key issues
- Mapping settlement service provision in Australia
- Developing national standards for settlement service delivery, in consultation with the settlement sector
- Promoting best practice models of service delivery
- Informing government about key issues and needs within the settlement sector
- Developing a research agenda and identifying key issues for future research
