On 14 October 2022, the LGBTIQ+ Taskforce’s Justice Working Group (JWG) held its fifth meeting.
The list of members, terms of reference and communiques are available.
Specific matters considered
Establishment of an LGBTIQ+ Legal Service in the Victorian Pride Centre
The procurement process is currently underway with applications closing on 21 September 2022. As per Victorian Government procurement processes, applications are undergoing an evaluation process by a panel.
Updates from Youth Justice on the Youth Justice Strategic Plan 2020-2030 – Supporting LGBTIQ+ children and young people
Representatives from Department of Justice and Community Safety presented and sought advice regarding implementation of work regarding LGBTIQ+ children and young people in contact with the youth justice system under the Youth Justice Strategic Plan.
Updates from Justice Health on trans and gender diverse care plan tool
A representative from the Department of Justice and Community Safety presented and sought advice on the development of a health care plan tool for trans and gender diverse people within the corrections system.
Next meeting
The LGBTIQ+ Justice Working Group will next meet in early 2023 on a date yet to be determined.
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