1997-98 SOCIAL JUSTICE BUDGET STATEMENT

PREFACE

1. INTRODUCTION

Social Justice in New South Wales
Purpose of the Social Justice Budget Statement

2. SOCIAL JUSTICE INITIATIVES FOR 1997-98

Promoting Health
Strengthening Education and Training
Supporting children, youth and families
Providing access to justice and a safe community
Supporting rural and regional communities
Enhancing social housing
Meeting the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal people
Caring for older people and people with disabilities
Promoting diversity
Meeting the needs of women

3. OUTCOMES OF 1996-97 BUDGET INITIATIVES

Implementing health priorities
Supporting children, youth and families
Rebuilding education and training
Caring for older people
Improving accommodation
Including people with a disability
Improving the justice system
Supporting Aboriginal, ethnic, rural and local communities