The Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service was formed almost 50 years ago to ensure Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people had access to high-quality legal services that are culturally safe and holistic. This document outlines their plans for reform of criminal justice in Victoria.

This report outlines activities required to expedite Australia’s approach to implementing the United Nations' Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (OPCAT). Informed by a recent national OPCAT symposium, the publication provides a clear pathway for governments across Australia to meet the approaching deadline for OPCAT...

This report presents a select literature review on yarning circles within the justice system, to provide insight into the unique cultural elements of yarning practices and inform how yarning circles can best operate in ACT justice system.

Stealthing is a relatively new term given to a form of sexual assault. Stealthing occurs when an individual removes a condom during sexual intercourse without the other person’s knowledge or consent. This report summarises the law reform progress to date in Australian states and territories and presents polling data showing strong support for the criminalisation...

This report presents lessons for drug policy in Victoria, drawing on the experience of current policy, as well as an extensive comparative analysis of drug laws in other jurisdictions around the world.