Strategic policies
The Department of Communities has developed a suite of policies to articulate the direction and key policy objectives for our department. They outline key government mandates, clarify departmental roles and responsibilities, and acknowledge linkages with other policies. They also align departmental priorities in each area with evidence, best practice and government priorities, and set out the key focus areas for the department for the next two years. Policies have a five-year life span and will be reviewed annually for currency. The Strategic Planning, Policy and Program Framework diagram shows how the strategic policies are reflected in services delivered directly by the department or by funded non-government service providers.
Strategic policy for children and families 2007-2011
The Strategic policy for children and families 2007–2011 articulates the direction and key policy objectives for the department in building child and family-friendly communities in which families are valued, supported and capable in their nurturing role and children are nurtured to achieve their full potential.
Strategic policy for community and individual support 2007-2011
The Strategic policy for community and individual support 2007–2011 articulates the direction and key policy objectives for our department in addressing the needs and interests of individuals, families and communities to be self-reliant, resilient and safe.
Strategic policy for homelessness and public intoxication 2007-2011
The Strategic policy for homelessness and public intoxication 2007–2011 articulates the direction and key policy objectives for our department in building safe communities where the most vulnerable are assisted towards sustainable and independent living.
Strategic policy for seniors 2007-2011
The Strategic policy for seniors 2007–2011 articulates the direction and key policy objectives for the department in addressing the needs and interests of older people in Queensland to be safe, valued and recognised as active members of the community.
Strategic policy for youth 2007-2011
The Strategic policy for youth 2007–2011 articulates direction and key policy objectives for our department in building communities in which young people are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential, have a positive future and are involved in their communities.