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Featured news
Raising the age of criminal responsibility to 12 will make communities safer
We welcomes the increase to the minimum age of criminal responsibility in Victoria from 10 to 12. This reform, backed by a wealth of evidence, will keep 10 and 11-year-old children out of the youth justice system now and reduce involvement in the long-term.
A safe space to be heard – celebrating 10 years of Independent Mental Health Advocacy
Independent Mental Health Advocacy turned 10 this year, marking a decade of helping mental health consumers be heard, and to understand and exercise their rights.
Independent Family Advocacy and Support available across Victoria
Families involved with Child Protection can now access free, independent and confidential support no matter where they live.
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