About the Department

The Department of Human Services supports Victorians most in need.

We plan, fund and deliver community and housing services, directly and with our community sector partners.

Our Organisation

Organisational, business unit, program area and general information for the department, including annual reports and about careers.

Our Ministers

Profiles of Ministers who hold the portfolios managed by the Victorian Department of Human Services and profile for the Parliamentary Secretary for Family and Community Services.

Plans, Programs & Projects

Strategic and service directions for the department.

Funding, Grants & Tenders

Funding opportunities for activities and projects that contribute to the delivery of departmental objectives, as well as assistance for individuals.

News & Events

Covers news items from all areas of human services interest, and events happening throughout the department. Includes a listing of our newsletters.

Documents & Resources

Includes specific materials such as reports, policies, guidelines, statisitics, forms and templates.

Latest News and Events

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Better services, better opportunities - Department of Human Services' strategic directions

A new direction for the Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services commenced operation under its new organisational structure on 14 December 2012, removing program-based silos and duplication and putting more focus at the front-line, where clients access our services.

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