Status:
In planning
Activity details
The Australian Government has provided $0.6 million to engage academic experts to address systemic reasons for the withdrawal of complaints, scope an independent complaints mechanism to seek review of police decisions not to pursue charges, and conduct a review of supports provided during the police investigation phase.
Implementation progress update
On 6 March 2025, the Attorney-General issued a media release, announcing an initial response to the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC's) report into justice responses to sexual violence, including funding for research to address systemic reasons for the high attrition rates for sexual violence matters. For more information see Albanese Government strengthening support for victims and survivors in the justice system.
More information
- Learn about the National Plan to End Violence against women and children 2022-2032.
- Read the First Action Plan 2023-2027.
- Browse the First Action Plan 2023-2027 Activities Addendum update.
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