Domain
2. Fewer Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system
Goal
2.4 Fewer Aboriginal people return to the criminal justice system
Outcome
2.4.3 People are supported to transition from the justice system and reintegrate into their communities
Status
Complete
Agency
Corrections Victoria, Department of Justice and Community Safety
Where we are up to
Yawal Mugadjina Cultural mentoring program (the program) commenced in 2018. The program provides Aboriginal people in prison with cultural mentorship from Aboriginal Elders and Respected Persons, to support their transition and reintegration back into their community.
In 2020, Corrections Victoria secured funding to continue program delivery until 30 June 2025.