A mission is a faith-based organisation which provides social and other forms of support to people in need. Missions continue to operate shelters and social services across Australia, including in cities. In relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the word mission more specifically describes a residential settlement run by a church organisation.
Prepared by: Karen George and Gary George
Created: 7 November 2011, Last modified: 5 May 2015
Last updated: 7 August 2023
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