Justice, Elders and Culture in the Koori Court
Explore Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander approaches to justice and the law and the Koori Court at this event honouring the NAIDOC Week theme ‘For Our Elders’.
About the event
First established more than 20 years ago, the Koori Court is a court for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders developed to reflect cultural issues, promote community participation and enable culturally-informed decision making.
For NAIDOC Week 2023, join Koori Court Elder Uncle Walter Harrison, Supervising Magistrate of Koori Justice Rose Falla, County Koori Court Manager Terrie Stewart, along with host and CEO of the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service Nerita Waight, for a conversation exploring the history and principles of the Koori Court, and offering insight into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander approaches to justice and the law.
Please note that this event will now be hosted by the Deputy CEO of the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service, Amanda Dunstall.
Presented in partnership with Liberty Victoria. Supported by the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service.
Accessibility
Accessible toilets available
Assistive Listening
Wheelchair accessible
Please notify us of all access requirements when booking online so we can assist you with your visit. If you require further information, please contact reception on 03 9094 7800 or ticketing@wheelercentre.com.
Featuring
Amanda is a Gunditjmara woman. Amanda is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at VALS, until recently Amanda served as a Director on the VALS board of Directors for ten years. Amanda has extensive experience working with Aboriginal communities, particularly within the Child, family, and welfare secto... Read more
Magistrate Rose Falla is a proud Wotjobaluk/Wemba Wemba/Mutti Mutti woman born and raised in Melbourne. In 2013, Her Honour became the first indigenous Magistrate appointed in the state of Victoria. Magistrate Falla’s involvement with Koori Court began in 2001 when she was working in the legal pol... Read more
Walter Harrison is a member of the Victorian Indigenous community and has extensive experience working within Aboriginal Community controlled organizations, including holding a position as a state-wide Family practice lead role within the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency. He is a founding me... Read more
Terrie Stewart is a proud Taungurung woman who has worked in the Victorian Criminal Justice System advocating and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities for over 35 years. Terrie is currently employed as the Manager of the County Koori Court, Court Services Victoria ... Read more
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