Blacktown Community Corrections is temporarily closed for refurbishment until 2 August 2024.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Health support and on the spot $400 fines are now available for low-level drug offences instead of going to court. To find out more, visit nsw.gov.au/EDDI

It was great talking on ABC breakfast radio this morning (at around 39:30) to discuss my work as NSW Women's Safety Commissioner and the events happening this week to address domestic, family and sexual violence, including DV Remembrance Day on Wed 3 May.
abc.net.au/sydney/program…

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Around 83% of sexual assault victims recorded by NSW police are women and we know that many sexual assaults go unreported. It is time to recognise the devastating impact of sexual violence and reflect on how we can keep our community safe.

As I finish, Hannah Tonkin, NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner I wish you strength as you begin your journey as the first Women’s Safety Commissioner for NSW. I know you will make a big difference in this role.

.Hannah Tonkin, NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner is now on Twitter in her role as the first NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner.

Follow her account to learn more about Dr Tonkin’s work, leadership, oversight and advice on NSW women’s safety policy development and law reform.

👏 Good luck to Disability Council NSW Member, Julie Charlton at this year’s Commonwealth Games Australia

Julie, an elite para-athlete, will be the only Australian competing in shotput at the 2022 games.

📲 Find out more about Julie: dcjnsw.info/DisabilityCoun…

#B2022
#disabilityawareness

💲💲 TILA = $1500 FOR YOUNG PEOPLE LEAVING CARE

The Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) is a support payment of up to $1500 for young people to help them become independent.

📲 Find out more at: dcjnsw.info/leavingcare

#TILA
#fostercare
#caseworker

Meet Deputy Chair of the Disability Council NSW, Dr. Jill Duncan.

Jill draws on her lived experience and is dedicated to improving outcomes for people with a disability.

Find out more about the work of the Disability Council of NSW here: dcjnsw.info/DisabilityCoun…
#disability

From today, all listings for Central Local Court at 98 Liverpool St, Sydney, have been transferred to the Downing Centre Local Court at 143-147 Liverpool St, Sydney.

All Central Local Court Registry Services will be provided at the Downing Centre Local Court Registry on Level 4.

👣✊❤️ Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!

NAIDOC Week runs to 10 July across Australia. Celebrate the cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

📲 Find NAIDOC Week events in your area, visit: naidoc.org.au/local.../local…

#NAIDOC2022 #getupstandupshowup

To mark #RefugeeWeek2022 , we are sharing a video featuring DCJ staff Delilah Shinko and Munther Emad.

💻Watch the video to hear what Refugee Week and this year’s theme ‘Healing’ means to them.

@ozRefugeeCounc

🔵 Want to find out more about Tenant Amnesty?

Watch this short animation to find out how to make a report and be protected.

The amnesty runs from 6 June to 17 July.

Find out more: dcjnsw.info/3J9lC7a

Do you know of community and volunteer groups delivering services to individuals, families and communities?
Community groups could be eligible for funding under the new $13.3m NGO Flood Support Program.
For more information visit:
dcj.nsw.gov.au/service-provid…

🥇 DCJ wins top prize for inclusion

⭐ DCJ has been recognised as a leader in inclusion at last night’s Inaugural Disability Confidence Awards.

The awards shine a light on organisations and individuals who create change to improve the inclusion of people with disability.

💻 Tune into NSW Health Facebook page at 3pm today for their winter 'Yarn Up'.

Find out how to #keepourmobsafe and well this winter

Let’s stay safe, stay well and stay connected this winter!

#aboriginalhealth

Meet Caroline Cuddihy, disability advocate, CEO and a member of the Disability Council NSW.
Caroline is a passionate advocate for people in the disability community.

Find out more about the work of the Disability Council NSW here: dcjnsw.info/DisabilityCoun…
#disabilityinclusion