MEDIA RELEASE: A PLAN FOR JUSTICE South Australian Deputy Premier and Attorney-General John Rau today launched the Disability Justice Plan at JFA Purple Orange. The Plan aims to make the criminal justice system more accessible to people living with physical and intellectual disability. JFA Purple Orange CEO Robbi Williams says the comprehensive Plan will be welcomed by the disability community. “This is a good Plan that is properly mindful of the rights of all people living with disability,” Mr Williams says. “With input from the disability community in its development, the Plan commits to a set of actions that can help ensure people living with disability get a fair go.” With many important actions within, the focus now shifts to the Plan’s implementation. “We value the commitment that’s been shown in this Plan. With careful coordination and the continued involvement of people from the disability community, we are hopeful this Plan will make South Australia an exemplar jurisdiction on how to authentically safeguard the rights of people living with disability in the justice system.” “This Plan is an opportunity for South Australia to lead the way in making our criminal justice system fair and equitable for everyone.” Ends. CONTACT: Susan Peterson 0406 933 927 or [email protected] Website: purpleorange.org.au Facebook: facebook/jfapurpleorange
Posted on: Tue, 10 Jun 2014 06:00:00 +0000
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