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#JusticeSolutions New Zealand tour - Ministry of Justice
In the second blog reflecting on the observations of our #JusticeSolutions tour of New Zealand, Jesuit Social Services’ General Manager – Justice Programs DANIEL CLEMENTS writes that the NZ Government has committed to engage New Zealand citizens in a public conversation around what we valued as...
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2019/20 Federal Budget again ignores the needs of vulnerable Australians
This week's Federal Budget represents yet another missed opportunity to work towards the compassionate Australia we all deserve, by ignoring the needs of vulnerable Australians, writes Jesuit Social Services' Media Relations Manager KATHRYN KERNOHAN....
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#JusticeSolutions New Zealand tour - Victoria University of Wellington
In the first blog reflecting on the observations of our #JusticeSolutions tour of New Zealand, Jesuit Social Services’ General Manager – Justice Programs DANIEL CLEMENTS writes that strong political leadership has resulted in the embrace of restorative justice principles and international best...
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Jesuit Social Services visits New Zealand on #JusticeSolutions Tour
Senior leaders from Jesuit Social Services will next week embark on a study trip to New Zealand to learn more about innovative approaches to dealing with adults and young people who have contact with the criminal justice system....
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Survey for the Catholic Church’s Plenary Council 2020
The Catholic Church in Australia is undertaking a major review of its operations. Known as the Plenary Council 2020, the review is seeking the views of a wide range of Australians to inform the agenda for the meetings that will be held. Further details are available...
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Quality childcare and education crucial to achieve positive outcomes in adult life
Australia is below the OECD average in investment in early childhood education, and our political leaders must prioritise the care and education needed by children before they reach five, writes Jesuit Social Services’ Policy and Advocacy volunteer TONY SANTOSPIRITO....
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Victorian election is a time to commit to solutions to fix our broken youth justice system
The next Victorian Government must commit to solutions to fix our broken youth justice system – including a rollback of regressive sentencing practices, raising the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years and investing in diversion programs, writes Jesuit Social Services’ Policy and...