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Social Security Rights Victoria

Social Security Rights Victoria (SSRV) is a community legal centre that provides free legal services in relation to Social Security and Centrelink matters to people across Victoria.

Legal Advice

SSRV provides free legal information and assistance in relation to social security issues to people who live in Victoria.

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Support for Community Workers & Lawyers

The SSRV Worker Help Line offers free and accessible services to social, community and health workers to help support your clients with social security matters.

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Our Impact in 2020-2021

Public legal advice

Advice to professionals

Legal casework & services

News

Bushfires and social security: be proactive

During 2019, Victoria declared six bushfire disasters, culminating in the devastating Black Summer fires, which affected almost a quarter of […]

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Disasters and social security legal issues: tips for community lawyers

At SSRV, we see how natural disasters can lead to and impact social security legal issues. Below are some client […]

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SSRV supporting regional Victoria

SSRV offers assistance to Victorians experiencing Centrelink issues and community workers who assist them, and this was no more evident […]

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SSRV acknowledges the traditional owners of the lands on which we meet, work and provide services to the community. We pay our respects to the first people of this country and to their Elders past and present.

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We recognise intersectionality and celebrate the diverse identities in the LGBTIQAP+ community. We are committed to supporting, encouraging and ensuring our staff and clients feel safe to be seen and treated as they are.