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Despite being the wealthiest state in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, Western Australia continues to experience rising poverty levels, with an increase from 8.7% in 2014 to 12.8% in 2022.  That means 358,000 people, including over 90,000 children, are now living in poverty.  And that number is expected to increase in the coming years, unless something changes. 

That is why Anglicare WA welcomes the launch of No Place for Poverty, a community-driven movement committed to ending poverty in Western Australia by addressing its systemic causes, pushing for fairer systems, and building stronger communities. 

Alex Hughes, Movement Lead for No Place for Poverty, explained, “Poverty has been on the rise in WA for a while now, and is showing no signs of slowing down. People need help, and we all have a role to play in that. 

“We believe that poverty has no place in WA’s heart, economy, or potential. This movement ultimately is a rallying cry for change and reflects our determination to create a fairer future for all.” 

Through awareness raising, dialogue, collaboration, and calls to action, No Place for Poverty invites Western Australians to take that important first step in creating meaningful change, whether big or small, to end poverty. 

To learn more about No Place for Poverty and how you can play a part, please click here. 

To learn more about how Anglicare WA is addressing poverty through our cost-of-living election priorities, please click here. 

If you require financial support, please click here.