Governments are not grasping the urgency to provide immediate relief in temporary accommodation for those caught up in homelessness. Political discourse is almost solely focused on providing affordable and social housing. But making good on these promises will take years. (more…)
Jane Anderson
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We are overdue for a hybrid Aboriginal-Western map of juvenile justice
Highly troubled Aboriginal youth offenders are rolling down the road of Western justice at everyone’s peril and which Four Corners has exposed as perpetrating great harm. It’s about time we followed a different hybrid Aboriginal-Western map – one that is relevant, properly funded, and respected.
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Justice for women, justice for All.
International Women’s Day celebrates how far women have come, and how far we have yet to go. (more…)
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The good life: a priest’s 10 commandments for the Catholic Church
The memoirs of trailblazing priest John Wijngaards contain a weight of wisdom on how the Church can free itself of antiquated beliefs and fulfil its true mission. (more…)
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Scales of justice tarnished when punishment outweighs restoration
Australia has a predilection for jailing vulnerable citizens but tough penalties are not working. The disadvantaged continue to be repressed, coerced and stigmatised. (more…)
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Lessons from progressive Catholics for the Plenary Council
Historically, the Church has thrived on the margins. Today, that potential continues to beckon.