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We are still providing legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander survivors of domestic, family and sexual violence in regional Western Australia amid the COVID-19 pandemic. But our procedures have changed to keep everyone healthy and safe.
From Monday 18 May our Doors will be open for face to face appointments.
Services
We provide legal and support services for all Aboriginal people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
Family Law
We can assist people with their family law matters when there are children involved. We represent clients in the Family Court WA, and help clients work out parenting agreements. We focus on what is best for the children.
Child Protection
We assist people dealing with the Department of Child Protection and Family Support in childcare and protection matters. We can help you to talk to the Department about children remaining safely in your care.
Criminal Injury Compensation
Eligibility advice for criminal injuries compensation, including for injuries, medical expenses and lost income. We assist with applications, and helping to obtain documents such as medical reports.
Family Violence Restraining Orders
We help people who have been hurt by partners or family members. We can assist in applications for Family Violence Restraining Orders (FVROs) and will apply to the Court for an interim restraining order.
Non-Legal Support
We provide non-legal support and case management in the form of community education and engagement, crisis intervention and client referrals. We can advocate for clients, and help in safety planning for families.
Social Support
Our social workers provide culturally-safe and trauma-informed approaches. They help clients through the demands of their legal process, develop safety strategies, and build social and emotional wellbeing.
Membership
Stronger Together
We encourage all Aboriginal people concerned about Family Violence to join our organisation. Our members are drawn from the six regions in which we operate, and also include Perth. You need to be at least 18 years of age to become a member.
Campaign
Ochre Ribbon
Violence within Aboriginal communities against women, children and men has increased to alarming levels. The Ochre Ribbon Campaign highlights the need to stop this violence, and works to strengthen advances in prevention initiatives from other agencies and campaigns.
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Registrations are open to join the Western Australian legal community for the annual Law Access Walk for Justice
Events, NewsRegistrations are open to join the Western Australian legal community for the annual Law Access Walk for Justice, now in its seventh year. The Honourable Peter Quinlan, Chief Justice of Western Australia, will lead the walk, joined by members of the judiciary and leaders in the profession. You are invited to walk with us to celebrate the pro bono contribution of the legal profession.
Date: Tuesday 17 May 2022
Time: 7:30am start, event concludes between 8:30 and 9:00am
Location: Meet at The Bell Tower, Elizabeth Quay for a 4.4km walk along the CBD foreshore
1. Register at https://www.mycause.com.au/events/lawaccesswalkforjustice2022
2. Encourage your friends, family and colleagues to support access to justice in WA by sponsoring you.
3. Enjoy the walk!
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