ICHO Report

Queensland Shelter has now finalised the ICHO report which includes clarification of a number of issues which were detailed in the previous November 2009 version, and new concerns which were raised at the Brisbane January forum.  This report will be used as a solid starting point, particularly over the next three months, as Queensland Shelter intends to, in conjunction with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Human Services Coalition, work closely with all ICHOs in Queensland toward implementing some of the recommendations listed in the ICHO report.  This includes writing to Minister Jenny Macklin and Minister Tanya Plibersek seeking to convene a meeting to explore options around maintenance and repairs funding, caveats, and legislation issues.  We will also be convening a national forum on Indigenous housing issues to coincide with the National Shelter meeting in July.  If you have any queries regarding the report, or Q Shelters’ work in this area, please do not hesitate to contact Kate Langdon on 3831 5900.