Purpose Statement:

The Disability Justice Community of Practice brings together expertise in the disability, justice, health and community services sectors to support and resource this emerging area of practice in NSW.

The Community of Practice will do this by:
• Providing a forum for sharing practice experiences and lessons learned.
• Developing a knowledge bank of information, resources, and research relating to the Disability Justice sector, potential partnerships and projects.
• Providing opportunities for networking and for linking partners to facilitate the development of new partnerships.
• Providing opportunities to learn and share learning about best practice in relation to Disability Justice Partnerships.

The point of difference between an Inter-agency Meeting and a Community of Practice is a commitment to systemic advocacy and a commitment to growth and developing best practice. We undertake to complete tasks in between meetings.

Guiding Principles

Members of the Community of Practice acknowledge the principles of Disability Justice Partnerships which include:
1) Commitment to and implementation of best practice in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Communities and Indigenous issues.
2) Recognition of legal needs as a social determinant of health & social inclusion;
3) Shared problem solving; acknowledging, encouraging and exploring Practice Wisdom which each individual and organisation possess to facilitate the development of best practice and innovative solutions for clients/service users.
4) Integrated service delivery; A commitment to working in partnership and co-mentorship. Sharing expertise in meaningful ways, including accessing training resources wherever possible.
5) Systemic advocacy; Sharing information with senior and strategic people in our organisations to facilitate advocacy at all levels.
6) Commitment to best practice for vulnerable and marginalised groups.

Group Updates:

Upcoming Training:

Online courses currently available: http://www.disabilityjustice.edu.au/online-courses

Online Course: Making Rights Real
Online Course: Involvement in the Justice System – Sociological Risk Factors
Online Course: Supporting Aboriginal Peoples in Contact with the Justice System
Online Course: Navigating the Criminal Justice system