VALS calls on Victorian politicians to commit to creating a youth justice system focused on providing children with the opportunities and support they need to build a better life for…
“White promises can disappear, just like writing in the sand.” Today Premier Jacinta Allan announced that the government has reneged on specific and solid promises to raise the age to…
Fairer bail laws passed by the Victorian Parliament last year are already having a positive impact – allowing more people to access the supports they need while remaining connected to…
The Victorian Government response to the Yoorrook for Justice report is unworthy of the heart wrenching truths that were told at the Yoorrook Justice Commission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…
Today, the Attorney-General, Jaclyn Symes, announced her decision to ditch vital bail reforms for children that would have reduced the over-incarceration of Aboriginal children and instead announced a trial of…
Quotes Attributable to Nerita Waight, CEO of the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service: “Our children deserve to be safe and have the support they need to live a good life, connected…
People in custody deserve healthcare that matches the standard of healthcare in the community. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have been advocating for culturally safe healthcare in custody for…
Just months after Victoria’s bail laws were changed, the Liberal Party have introduced a Bill to reinstate the old bail laws that destroyed families and communities. Victoria’s bail laws were…
Heather Calgaret was a proud Yamatji, Noongar, Wongi and Pitjantjatjara woman. She loved her culture and enjoyed painting and writing. Heather was the rock of her family, always helping and…
VALS supports the planned day of action on Thursday 22 February and will allow staff to participate in the action. The day of action is designed to encourage employers to…