By VANESSA VALENZUELA
BRIMBANK City Council has vowed to fight for human rights and reduce high levels of disadvantage in the municipality with the launch of the Brimbank Social Justice Charter.
Jane Nathan was sworn in as the council’s third administrator at last week’s meeting and applauded the updated charter which aims to bridge the gap between social and economic disadvantage.
The council first launched the social justice agenda in 2008 to promote active civic engagement, strengthen community well-being and express a commitment to social justice.
The charter was created in consultation with community groups from across the West, including the Disability Network Advisory Group and the Brimbank Maribyrnong Interfaith Network, with guidance from Council’s Community Well-being Advisory Committee.
The revised charter will advocate for better public transport, affordable housing accommodation, crisis accommodation and improved learning and employment opportunities.
Chair of Brimbank Administrators John Watson said the changes to the Charter would make it an effective policy which would create more opportunities outcomes for Brimbank residents.
“Over the next four years the Brimbank Social Justice Charter will enable council to work to reduce the many factors that influence disadvantage, ensure social inclusion and lead community advocacy partnerships,” he said.
“The Charter confirms council’s commitment to building a city that supports and encourages its community and individuals to strive to fulfil their aspirations, enjoy the same access to resources as others, and so reduce the causes of disadvantage.”
For more information about the Brimbank Social Justice Charter visit www.brimbank.vic.gov.au
