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National Inquiry mapping
Understanding the historical context of youth justice inquiries in Australia reveals the persistent issues within the system, rooted in colonialism and structural inequalities. By analysing these reports and inquiries, we uncover a recurring pattern: the same solutions are recommended but rarely implemented. This highlights a cycle of resource entrenchment, where large institutions continuously receive funding despite limited success in addressing the root causes of youth crime.
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By exploring historical inquiries, we can identify where previous recommendations have been ignored or inadequately implemented. This allows us to push for new approaches that center on community-led solutions, cultural connection, and the empowerment of young people. The philosophy of challenging entrenched systems and asking who benefits from the current structures mirrors the call for action: investing in people and communities who have been excluded from traditional funding models and giving them the resources they need to create meaningful change.
Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody
The report presents a stark picture of the systemic failings in the criminal justice system that led to the over-representation of Aboriginal people in custody and ultimately, their deaths.
Senate Inquiry into the Value of a Justice Reinvestment Approach to Criminal Justice in Australia
The inquiry examined a number of issues, including the drivers behind the growth in Australia’s imprisonment rate over the previous 30 yearsthe economic and social costs of imprisonmenthe over-representation of disadvantaged groups in prisonshe effectiveness of alternatives to imprisonment
Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern Territory
This Royal Commission was tasked with a comprehensive review of the Northern Territory’s youth detention and welfare systems over a 10-year period starting from August 1, 2006
Inquiry into Victoria’s criminal justice system
Presents a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted aspects and challenges within the Victorian criminal justice system.
Youth Justice Reform Select Committee QLD
Perspectives on youth justice reform in Queensland. They paint a picture of a system in need of significant change and offer a roadmap for a more just, equitable, and effective approach.
National Inquiry Summaries
Below is a set of summaries, sentiments and keywords from current submissions for the Nation Youth Justice Inquiry
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