As a proud sponsor of Anti-Poverty Week, 15-21 October, we ask you to take part in one of the many activities we’re running.

During Anti-Poverty Week all Australians are encouraged to organise or take part in an activity to highlight or overcome issues of poverty and hardship, to strengthen understanding of the causes and consequences of poverty and hardship, in Australia and around the world. Poverty is not just having too little money to live on. It can also mean being shut out from many other aspects of social and economic life that people take for granted – a job, a home, being connected to community. Get involved in one of our activities.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence has assisted disadvantaged people for almost nine decades. By making a donation, you can help the most vulnerable members of our society build a brighter future.

Donate today.

Social Justice Walk: 20 October

The walk will focus on the history of the Brotherhood in tackling social justice issues in the local Fitzroy community, and explore the historical beginnings of the Brotherhood’s work in the area. It will be led by Barry Pullen, former Victorian Minister for Housing and Robert Hudson, Brotherhood Group General Manager, Programs and Policy. It will begin at Reception at 67 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy and conclude at the Brotherhood’s Coolibah Centre for refreshments.

Date: Friday, 20 October

Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

To book please email events@bsl.org.au .

Constance on the Edge: 18 October

We’re holding an exclusive screening of the acclaimed, Constance on the Edge, which sold out at this year’s Human Rights Arts and Film Festival. Filmed over 10 years, it is an unflinchingly honest portrayal of one refugee family’s resettlement story in Australia. Find out more and book tickets.

Buy a limited edition tote bag

We've teamed up with award-winning Melbourne artist, Fikaris, to release a limited edition tote bag, featuring a striking illustration from his 'End Points' series.