TasCOSS works with journalists to tell the stories of people doing it tough, highlight the causes and effects of poverty, and present smart policies for a better and fairer Tasmania.
We are represented in the media by our CEO, Adrienne Picone.
Please note: Adrienne is currently on annual leave from and will be returning to work on Wednesday 4 October 2023. During this time, Dr Charlie Burton will be Acting CEO and media spokesperson.
For TasCOSS media enquiries (including weekends and out of hours), please contact:
- Lucinda Szczypior, Manager Advocacy & Communications, on 0438 280 486 or email Lucinda.
- Cameron Allen, Communications Officer, on 0419 769 253 or email Cameron.
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Case Studies
Tasmanians experiencing poverty and disadvantage are often extremely vulnerable and engaging with media can be daunting.
As a peak body which doesn’t deliver frontline services, TasCOSS is often not in a position to source a case study. If we can’t find you somebody, we will put you in touch with a frontline service or emergency relief provider that is best placed to assist you find a case study with lived experience.
Peak Bodies
For specific comment on specialised issues, you may wish to contact the relevant community services industry peak organisation:
Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) Tasmania
Cathy Beswick, State Manager
Email
Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council (ATDC) Tasmania
Alison Lai, CEO
p (03) 6231 5002 m 0427 551 600
Email
Carers Tasmania
Dr Samantha Fox, CEO
p (03) 6144 3700
Email
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Tasmania
Craig Chadwick, CEO
p (03) 6231 3265
Email
Families & Children Tasmania
Caroline Brown, Chair
Email
Mental Health Council of Tasmania
Connie Digolis, CEO
p (03) 6224 9222
Email
Multicultural Council of Tasmania
Lee Wilson, CEO
m 0408 638 297
Email
National Disability Services (NDS)
Lizzie Castles, State Manager
p (03) 6212 7300
Email
Neighbourhood Houses Tasmania
Michael Gordon, A/CEO
Email
Shelter Tasmania
Pattie Chugg, CEO
p (03) 6224 5488 m 0419 536 100
Email
Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre
Heather Sculthorpe, CEO
p (03) 6234 0700
Email
Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association
Wendy Kennedy, Executive Officer
p (03) 6254 1489
Email
Volunteering Tasmania
Shirleyann Varney, CEO
Email
Youth Network of Tasmania
Tania Hunt, CEO
p (03) 6223 5511 m 0427 466 189
Email