Caring Fairly contributes to key areas of policy debate that affect carers.
In seeking greater recognition, rights and reform for carers, we have advocated for:
Caring Fairly was built on a policy platform which served as the foundation for the Campaign You can find this policy platform here.
In response to changing social and political contexts Caring Fairly are currently undertaking a refresh of our strategic focus areas and will update our policy platform in response.
As part of our formal advocacy, Caring Fairly also develops formal submissions in response to significant inquiries.
In April 2020 Caring Fairly made a submission to the Productivity Commission’s inquiry into Mental Health. You can read the submission here: PDF
Following the release of the Commission's draft report Caring Fairly developed a follow up submission to respond to the draft recommendations and ensure the final report, due to be released in late 2020, includes a sufficient focus on carers and their economic participation. Read the submission here: PDF