Working together to challenge and change
The Tasmanian Council of Social Service (TasCOSS) is the peak body for the community services industry in Tasmania. Together, we advocate to challenge and change the systems, behaviours and attitudes that create poverty, inequality and exclusion, to ensure all Tasmanians have the same opportunity to live a good life.
50,000
Tasmanian households are experiencing energy poverty
28,000
Tasmanians are working in the community services industry
120,000
Tasmanians are living below the poverty line
5,043
Tasmanians are on the priority social housing waitlist (as of February 2025)
In the Spotlight...
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Changemakers Program
Supercharge your capacity to change the world for the better. -
Tasmanian Community Services Industry Plan (2021-31)
A community services industry built for Tasmania's future. -
FindHelpTAS
FindHelpTAS can help you find services and support in your local community. -
Health Literacy Project
Helping Tasmanians access, understand and use information about physical, mental and social wellbeing.

TasCOSS Conference 2025: Shaping our future together
Come and join us at the TasCOSS Conference 2025: Shaping our future together to delve into the complex landscape we are currently operating in and explore how we can shape the Tasmanian community services industry and our state’s future, together.
*Early Bird* Open

Why Become a TasCOSS Member?
In joining TasCOSS, you are joining a community dedicated to delivering equality, opportunity and a good life for all Tasmanians.
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