Justice
Report
Community-led culture-centered prevention of family violence and sexual violence
This report presents findings from research into the primary prevention needs of diverse communities to address family violence and sexual violence (FVSV).
Journal article
‘Every move you make … every word you say’: regulating police body worn cameras
In this article, the authors draw on criminological research and analyses of legislation in Australia and a number of international jurisdictions, to argue there is a need for improved regulation of body worn cameras.
Report
Child Protection Systems Strengthening: approach, benchmarks, interventions
For more than a decade, UNICEF has prioritised child protection systems strengthening as a key approach to child protection programming. Guided by UNICEF’s Child Protection Strategy (2021–2030), which provides the overarching strategic framework for UNICEF’s child protection programming globally, the paper discusses key considerations that have shaped this approach.
Report
Sentencing older offenders in Victoria
This report studies sentencing outcomes from 2010 to 2019 for offenders sentenced when aged 60 and over in Victoria. The report reviews the relevance of age to sentencing and investigates the prevalence of sentenced older offenders in the state.
Report
A fine mess
Fines play a vital role in providing an incentive to discourage behaviour that negatively affects our community’s safety and wellbeing. This report looks at some possible options for reform in Victoria.