Financial exclusion has not shifted over the last 8 years in Australia. One in six people remain severely or fully financially excluded. This group continues to experience disadvantage across multiple fronts and the social and economic implications for individuals, families, communities, governments, not-for-profits are potentially substantial. However, there are key challenges with the existing financial exclusion research. It is not currently possible to:
This project aims to better understand financial resilience among people living in Australia and where resources can and should be invested to best increase people’s ability to cope with financial adversity. Intended outcomes include a report on financial resilience in Australia and the development of a shared measurement tool.
Financial counselling contact for feelings of distress
Name/Organisation |
Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Money Smart |
Position |
Financial Services Hotline |
Telephone |
1800 007 007 |
Web site |
https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/managing-your-money/managing-debts/financial-counselling |
General contacts for feelings of distress
Name/Organisation |
Beyond Blue |
Position |
Support Service |
Telephone |
1300 22 4636 |
Web site |
Name/Organisation |
Lifeline |
Position |
Crisis Support |
Telephone |
13 11 14 |
Web site |
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