We know that when a person goes to prison their entire community and family, including children, are impacted. Limiting people’s involvement with the justice system by ensuring prison is reserved only as an option of last resort, and keeping families connected is the best way to prevent this harm from occurring.
Jesuit Social Services was pleased to contribute a submission to the Victorian Parliament’s Inquiry into children affected by parental incarceration, which highlighted the need to invest in alternatives to imprisonment and support the children and families of those who have justice involvement. Safe and secure housing, and links to therapeutic, parenting and clinical supports are also crucial for transitions out of custody and for supporting parents to return to their families.
