About VCOSS
VCOSS creates a better, fairer and more just Victoria.
As the peak body for the state’s social and community sector, VCOSS works towards the elimination of poverty and disadvantage in all its forms, and the creation of a society where all people are supported to thrive.
We do this through policy development, public and private advocacy and increasing the capabilities of the state’s social service bodies.
We also give people experiencing poverty a voice in policy formulation and public debates, fostering a greater understanding of the true causes and effects of disadvantage.
Our members include charities, peak bodies, frontline service groups, advocacy organisations and individuals passionate about the development of a sustainable, fair and equitable society.
VCOSS Board
VCOSS is governed by a Board of nine elected directors and up to three co-opted directors. Board members are elected by VCOSS members and not paid for their services.
VCOSS is a company limited by guarantee. Under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 (Cth), VCOSS reports annually to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
The elected office bearers of VCOSS are registered with the ACNC and are bound by the requirements of the ACNC and corporation law.
Members
Stella Avramopoulos Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand Elected 2011 | Sheena Watt AFL SportsReady Co-opted 2019 |
David Brant Disability and Community Advocate Elected 2006 | Vicki Sutton Melbourne City Mission Elected 2017 |
Simon Trivett Grant Thornton Australia Co-opted 2013 | Paul Linossier Uniting Vic.Tas Elected 2018 |
Kim Sykes Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (Victorian Branch) Elected 2012 | Damian Ferrie Star Health Elected 2018 |
Sue Woodward Justice Connect Elected 2018 |
Top row: David Brant, Simon Trivett, Paul Linossier
Middle row: Vicki Sutton, Emma King (CEO), Stella Avramopoulos, Sue Woodward
Bottom row: Dr Jason Davies-Kildea (Capt. – Elected 2014, Resigned 2019), Kim Sykes, Damian Ferrie
Not pictured: Sheena Watt
Strategic documents
VCOSS Strategic Plan 2021 – 2024
VCOSS Reconciliation Action Plan (read more)
VCOSS Board Governance Policy (2011)
Annual reporting
For earlier annual or financial reports, please call 03 9235 1000 or send an email
Our partners
VCOSS believes in the power of collaboration and community.
We proudly work with governments, universities, NGOs, businesses, unions, service providers and other peak bodies to achieve the greatest impact, while maintaining our independence.
Want to work together? Drop us a line.
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VCOSS ABN
23 005 014 988