A body of thought that provides guidance on social justice issues
See, Judge, Act methodology
A practical application of CST that has been used to address various issues, including homelessness
This report examines the effectiveness of the See, Judge, Act methodology in addressing homelessness in Australia
See (first step)
Review the concrete situation
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there were an estimated 116,000 people experiencing homelessness in Australia on any given night in 2016, up from 102,000 in 2011
Causes of homelessness in Australia
Poverty
Lack of affordable housing
Domestic violence
Mental health issues
Pope John XXIII in Mater et Magistra (1961): 'The Church's social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the challenges of modern society'
Judge (second step)
Form a judgment on the situation in light of CST principles
CST principles highlight the need for everyone to have access to a decent standard of living, including affordable housing
Adequate and affordable housing is a vital foundation for many aspects of life, including health, education, work, and social participation
Act (third step)
Decide what can and should be done to implement CST principles
Actions that can be taken to address homelessness in Australia
Governments invest in social housing
Increase funding for homelessness services
Provide affordable rental options
Address systemic causes of homelessness
The Catholic Church in Australia has a long and proud history of working to address homelessness and housing issues
There is a need for collaboration between governments, civil society, and the private sector to address homelessness in Australia effectively
