Author: Family Court of Australia
Families and the law in Australia – The Family Court working together with new and emerging communities
The Family Court of Australia implements many initiatives that improve access to court services. One of these initiatives, aimed specifically at improving services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, is the Living in Harmony Partnership.
The Partnership (between the Family Court of Australia and the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)) began in 2004 when funding was received from DIAC for the initiative Families and the law in Australia: The Family Court working together with new and emerging communities. Through the Partnership, community-driven education strategies around the Australian legal system, particularly family law, were developed.
The report shares the learnings from the partnership and gives a practical insight for other organisations and government agencies that are thinking of developing their own engagement strategies.
A full summary report can be downloaded above. Hard copies are available by emailing: communication@familylawcourts.gov.au.