Abstract
ABSTRACT The over-imprisonment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children within Australian youth detention facilities is one of the nation’s most significant social and human rights issues. This article discusses findings from recent research on youth penality combined with observations on the current offerings in youth diversion in Australia, to suggest nine principles of good practice in diversion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. It draws on interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people who were detained in or recently released from youth detention facilities across three Australian jurisdictions (New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory) and interviews with key stakeholders working in youth justice.
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