Submission to the ALRC inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence - Jesuit Social Services

Jesuit Social Services welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) Inquiry into justice responses to sexual violence.

Our submission emphasises:

the need for a strong focus on, and significant investment in, sexual violence prevention and early intervention
the need to ensure police and other justice system professionals have a strong understanding of the nature of sexual violence; are appropriately trained and equipped to respond in ways that are trauma-informed, culturally safe; and are able to identify when independent specialist support is required
the importance of support for perpetrators when they exit prison to reduce reoffending and build safe communities
the value of, and need to consider, restorative justice approaches to dealing with sexual violence.

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