AIC releases new annual report on deaths in custody

Today we have released our Deaths in Custody in Australia 2022–23 report. From 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 there were 110 deaths in custody – 70 in prison custody and 40 in police custody or custody-related operations. In total, there were 31 Indigenous deaths and 79 non-Indigenous deaths in custody. The report contains detailed information on these deaths and compares the findings with longer term trends.

New study examines the support needs and barriers of victim-survivors of sexual exploitation in Australia

Today the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) released research exploring the support needs of victim-survivors of sexual exploitation in Australia, and the barriers that exist to support them. The report, undertaken in collaboration with Australian Red Cross and Project Respect, highlights the need for flexible and responsive service delivery to address the complex and varied needs of victim-survivors.

The Transitional Alcohol and Other Drugs Project is recognised for its outreach counselling service for people with a history of involvement in the criminal justice system

The Transitional Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Project today received a silver award in the community-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

ThinkUKnow Australia is recognised for its success in educating the community about online child sexual exploitation and how to stay safe online

ThinkUKnow Australia today received a bronze award in the police-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

The South Australian Home Detention Program is recognised for their effectiveness in reducing recidivism among offenders on home detention

The South Australian Home Detention Program today received a bronze award in the community-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

The Blue Rose Project is recognised for its innovative approach to reducing crime among South Australia’s youth

The Blue Rose Project today received a silver award in the police-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

Victoria Police-led Operation Capesso is recognised for its efforts in reducing crime among Melbourne’s most serious violent offenders

Operation Capesso today received a gold award in the police-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

Maranguka Youth Support Model is recognised for its community-led approach to tackling the underlying causes of crime in Bourke, NSW

The Maranguka Youth Support Model today received a gold award in the community-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.

The First Nations 'In-Community' Protective Services Officer Program is recognised for its innovative pilot project to recruit and train remote community members as protective services officers

The First Nations 'In-Community' Protective Services Officer Program today received a silver award in the police-led category of the 2023 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPAs).

The ACVPAs recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and violence before it occurs.