Together Against Poverty Society
Ubicación
TAPS is the only organization in Victoria providing free, face-to-face legal advocacy for people with income assistance, disability benefits and tenancy issues.
TAPS assists over 5,000 people in Victoria each year.
TAPS helps all types of people – from professionals who have just lost their jobs to people who have seen their health decline from living on income assistance.
Reason:
This project is integral helping those in poverty access their welfare and disability rights and directly affects the lives of the most marginalized in Victoria. It is the only service provider in Victoria to deal with the challenging area of tenancy/landlord issues and remains innovative in its approach to the growing need for legal advocacy and representation in the community. Also, their amazing volunteer opportunities ensure that young and old citizens engage in their community and become advocates.
Organización:
Together Against Poverty Society
Nombre:
Kelly
Apellido:
Newhook
Ciudad:
Victoria
País:
Canadá