Report to NLAF - February 2009

Aims

The aim of the working group is to establish strategies to ensure appropriate referrals in children’s care and protection matters.

Progress Report

Mapping of Service Providers

The table mapping children’s care and protection services is being circulated for feedback.

The next step will be drafting guidelines for appropriate referrals at the different stages of care and protection matters.

Training

A Legal Aid Care & Protection solicitor provided training to LawAccess and Community Legal Centre legal officers. The session provided an overview of the court process, with pre and post court options. The sessions was promoted through the training reference group and the State Office.