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Diversion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island youth from juvenile detention

An increasing number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island (ATSI) youth (ie under 18 years of age) are being placed within juvenile detention centres (or the equivalent). Firstly, this project aims to identify the number and proportion of ATSI youth being detained, including the number for alcohol and other drug related crimes. Secondly, the project will identify available options for diversion of ATSI youth into alcohol and other drug treatment programs, if any, in each Australian jurisdiction.

After mapping the number of ATSI detainees and diversion alternatives available the project will identify any particularly effective program(s) with a view to providing a recommended model for diversion.

 

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