Activity details
Strengthening legislative procedural protections for vulnerable witnesses including victims and survivors of sexual assault in criminal proceedings.
This activity is part of a broader activity to embed trauma-informed and culturally safe response models to support victim-survivors through the family court and justice systems.
Implementation progress update
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) inquiry into justice responses to sexual violence (ALRC Inquiry) commenced on 22 January 2024 and ran for 12 months.
The Inquiry Terms of Reference include consideration of reforms to ‘laws and frameworks about evidence, court procedures/processes’ to improve the outcomes and experiences of victim-survivors in the justice system. For more information, including final report, see Safe, Informed, Supported: Reforming justice responses to sexual violence - ALRC Report 143.
This activity will need to be considered in alignment with the findings of the ALRC Inquiry.
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.