The Salvation ArmyBy: Jason He

Class 3CHurstville Public School

2013

What is the Salvation Army?

The Salvation Army is one of the worlds largest religious

welfare organisations helping people over 100 countries

around the world. Their mission is to help and bring love and

care to people in need. On an average week they assist over

100 000 Australians who require assistance and help.

Publicity

The Salvation Army is the extremely famous well known

organisation in Australia. They use news papers and

magazines for publicity since 1879 in the United Kingdom

and America.

How many people are

involved?

They give people 1000,000 meals to the poor people and

5,000 to 8,000 food vouchers. They also give 2,000 beds and

refuge to 500 victims.

Do this group need more

funding ?

The group needs more funds from, People and Federal and

State Government funding.

How well known is this

group?

The Salvation Army is a world wide Christian church. Its

message is based on the bible. Its mission is to preach the

gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name

without discrimination.

Are there any danger to

volunteers?

Yes ,Volunteers may be at times when they are involved in

dangerous situations. However through training, and using the

right equipment, and the right processes the danger is

reduced.

What are the needs of your

local community?

The salvation army provides many services that support and

strengthen families and respond when families are unable to

cope. Over 30,000 families are assisted each year. Like family

support and related counselling services, women's refuges and

domestic violence services, adolescent and children's

services, marriage and family education and support, etc.

Do you have personal

experience with this group?

I have not have experience because I have not known anyone

that works with the Salvation army.