Koori Justice Unit

The core role of the Koori Justice Unit (KJU) is to develop and support improved and equitable justice outcomes for the Aboriginal community. As part of this responsibility, the KJU:

• acts on behalf of the Aboriginal Justice Forum (AJF) to coordinate the delivery of the Aboriginal Justice Agreement (AJA) and related programs
• builds capacity in the department and the Aboriginal community to develop and deliver effective and efficient justice services and initiatives in partnership
• provides advice to the Board of Management, ministers and staff across the department on issues impacting on Aboriginal communities across Victoria
• advocates for ongoing improvement in the design and delivery of Aboriginal justice initiatives
• monitors and evaluates Aboriginal justice initiatives

For further information regarding the Aboriginal Justice Agreement, visit: aboriginaljustice.vic.gov.au (External link)