Join the City of Yarra Community Justice Advisory Group
The Attorney-General of Victoria, Rob Hulls, has called for expressions of interest from residents of the City of Yarra for the Neighbourhood Justice Centre Community Justice Advisory Group.
What's a Community Justice Advisory Group?
The Neighbourhood Justice Centre (NJC) is the first of its kind in Australia. It brings together a multi-jurisdictional court with a wide array of onsite support services and community initiatives, all aimed at:
- Tackling the underlying causes of criminal behaviour and disadvantage
- Reducing crime
- Improving the wellbeing of the community
One of the ways that the NJC works locally is through the Community Justice Advisory Group (CJAG).
The CJAG is a group of 15 people drawn from the community including:
- Residents
- Traders
- Police
- Council members
- Government representatives
They form a link between the City of Yarra community and the NJC, meeting on a monthly basis.
How can I join?
If you're interested in becoming a member of the CJAG, you should fill out a nomination form, which can be found on www.neighbourhoodjustice.vic.gov.au (new window). You can also call 9948 8724 to arrange for one to be sent to you.
Selection will be based on:
- An understanding of local justice issues
- Knowledge of the local community
- Making sure that membership reflects the diversity of the City of Yarra
Applicants may be required to attend an interview. New members of the CJAG will receive a thorough induction.
Applications close at 9am on Monday 16th November 2009.
For more information about the NJC, call 9948 8724.
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