Joint media release
Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Cyber Security, Senator for Victoria, Senator James Paterson
Shadow Minister for Education, Senator for Victoria, Senator the Hon Sarah Henderson
Liberal for Bruce, Zahid Safi
An elected Dutton Liberal Government will provide $1.25 million over three years from a revitalised Safer Communities Fund (SCF) to fund outreach programs at Manna4Life.
Manna4Life has been serving the community for 12 years, operating in the City of Casey and the City of Greater Dandenong. Manna4Life runs outreach programs for some of the most vulnerable Australians, providing critical support for at-risk youth.
Liberal candidate for Bruce, Zahid Safi, said, “Investing in youth groups and community organisations that serve at-risk youth helps to keep young people off a path of crime and reduce recidivism.
“This investment will make a huge difference in young people’s lives by expanding a successful program focused on personal growth, career readiness, social skills and mental health support.”
Joining Mr Safi to make the announcement at Manna4Life in Doveton, Shadow Minister for Education, Senator the Hon Sarah Henderson, said that the commitment would provide more funding to support the most vulnerable young Australians in the community.
“Zahid Safi is working hard right across the Bruce electorate, listening to the community, and their concerns. Building on Manna4Life’s success will allow even more at-risk youth to benefit and ultimately create safer communities,” Senator Henderson said.
Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Cyber Security, Senator James Paterson said under a Dutton Liberal Government, the Bruce community will be stronger, more secure, and better supported to tackle crime.
“Getting Australia back on track means keeping Australia safe – safe for families, safe for businesses, and safe for communities,” Senator Paterson said.
“Projects delivered under the Safer Communities Fund will help support local communities by investing in programs that can make a big difference in the lives of at-risk youth, and keep them from going down the wrong path.”