THE SALVATION ARMY AUSTRALIA
IMPACT REPORT 2020
“The natural disasters that have taken place in recent years have been devastating for so many Australians. Thankfully, through the drought, floods, cyclones and fires, The Salvation Army has been there to help, and we are proud to partner with them to support communities through those tough times.”
Contents
FROM OUR LEADERS
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MEET THE CHIEF SECRETARY
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GOVERNANCE
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OUR NATIONAL FOCUS
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HOW WE MEASURE IMPACT
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ALONGSIDE OTHERS
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SPOTLIGHT ON SELECTED SERVICES
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WALK THE TALK: YARNING CIRCLES UNDERPIN DIRECTION FOR THE SALVATION ARMY’S NATIONAL RAP
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AREA IN FOCUS: STRATEGIC DISASTER RESPONSE
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SAMANTHA JADE FINDS HOPE IN BATEMANS BAY
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RED SHIELD APPEAL: INNOVATIVE CAMPAIGN PAINTED THE WEB RED
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STRATEGIC PHILANTHROPY
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
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DONOR STORIES
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EQUIPPED TO SERVE: GIFT IN WILL AND CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP: WOOLWORTHS
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KEY DONORS
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- Brad Banducci, Woolworths Group CEO
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To protect the privacy of the people we work with, when requested we have changed identifying details and used stand-ins in photography. We offer our heartfelt gratitude to those who shared their stories with openness and courage.
GAILE’S STORY:
DROUGHT STORY:
JENNIFER’S STORY:
A JOURNEY OF RECOVERY Driving change
BRINGERS OF HOPE A presence with purpose
THE RIDE OF MY LIFE On the right path
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