Building safer futures
The South Australian Government has published its response to the Royal Commission into Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence.
Read the response
New statewide lived experience network
Your voice matters. Register now to join the domestic, family and sexual violence Lived Experience Advisory Network (LEAN).
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At the Department of Human Services (DHS), we're dedicated to enhancing South Australians' lives by promoting inclusion, independence, community support and modern services.
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How we help
We offer a wide range of services and resources designed to aid individuals, families, communities and non-government organisations (NGO) in South Australia.
About us
We lead the development of policy to ensure our programs and services are appropriate, modern and effective in meeting the needs of South Australians.
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We’re looking for passionate people to join us and help South Australia thrive. If you have drive and integrity, then you have our attention!
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The latest news from the Department of Human Services.
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Funding to boost safety and security in Port Augusta
General, Community Programs, Youth
New funding expands Port Augusta’s Safer Spaces Program, enhancing CCTV, community projects and youth initiatives to improve local safety.
Nominate now for the 2026 South Australian Volunteer Awards
General, Youth Justice
South Australians are encouraged to recognise the everyday heroes who strengthen our communities.
SA Community Youth Justice team recognised on national stage
General, Youth Justice
The outstanding work by DHS’s Community Youth Justice team has been recognised at the 2025 Australasian Youth Justice Administrators (AYJA)
