Expand Koori Courts | Aboriginal Justice

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Expand Koori Courts to additional locations across three jurisdictions: County Court, Magistrates’ Court and the Children’s Court.

Domain

3. A more effective justice system with greater Aboriginal control

Goal

3.1 The needs of Aboriginal people are met through a more culturally informed and safe system

Outcome

3.1.2 More people are able to access justice programs and services that are trauma informed, restorative and therapeutic

Status

In progress

Agency

Court Services Victoria

Where we are up to

Dandenong Koori Court commenced sitting on 10th May 2019. Recruitment is underway for a Koori Court Engagement Officer and Elders and Respected Persons for the Heidelberg Koori Magistrates Court.