CSA undertakes advocacy for members and provides a range of support services. These are in the areas of growing Christian schools, advocacy and government relations, and media representation.

Advocacy

Christian Schools Australia is an effective national voice for Christian Schools. Our senior executive officers have particular expertise and experience in advocacy, policy and government relations. CSA is a recognised stakeholder group with national and state governments. CSA serves members and the wider Christian school movement through:

  • regular engagement with elected representatives and policy makers
  • ensuring the voice of Christian schools is heard in the media and public debate
  • Direct advocacy campaigns around issues of concern to Christian schools
  • submissions to parliamentary inquiries on critical matters, including religious freedom and funding issues
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Government Relations

CSA also provides members with direct advice and assistance in dealing with government authorities. CSA has executive officers in states and territories where member schools are located. Our executive officers work closely with commonwealth and state authorities on schools’ behalf. This allows us to provide an integration of assistance across state/national jurisdictions. For example, we provide:

  • advice and assistance on matters of commonwealth and state funding, compliance, and other statutory issues relating to Christian schools
  • assistance with state registration and accreditation.
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Media Representation

As part of its integrated advocacy and government relations strategy Christian Schools Australia regularly monitors and engages with all forms of media on behalf of member schools. CSA also plays a direct role in public debate about Christian schooling. CSA is a key reference point for media on matters to do with Christian schooling. CSA deals directly with media on behalf of members when requested, including time-critical responses to media enquiries. CSA representatives can act as a media spokesperson on critical or controversial issues or provide advice and guidance on communication strategies.

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"There is no doubt in my mind that CSA’s advocacy work is critical in enabling Christian schools to operate in a favourable legislative environment and strengthen the Christian school movement in Australia. Its work over two decades of ensuring that policy makers are aware of the potential impact of legislation on Christian schools has been vital in preserving and enhancing the mission and values of Christian schools across the country."
Peter Sheahan, Principal, Waverley Christian College.