Offices in Brisbane but has local Child Witness Support Workers in Townsville and most regional centres throughout Queensland.
Aims to reduce the trauma experienced by children and young people aged 3-17 years required to give evidence in the criminal courts as victims of, or witnesses to crime.
Representation to Government and other agencies on behalf of children and young people.
Witness Support:
- Provides information
- Helps prepare and explain the court system
- Arranges a pre-session visit
- Accompany the child while giving evidence
Therapy:
- Facilitates client access to counselling through established referral pathways with identified counsellors throughout Queensland