The Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia (ALSWA) promotes and safeguards the human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by providing legal expertise, advocating for systemic change and empowering community. ALSWA’s successful litigation in the WA Supreme Court in relation to the conditions faced by young people in Banksia Hill Detention Centre and Unit 18 at Casuarina Prison is testament to the dedication of staff and exemplifies the organisation’s commitment to protecting the human rights of the most marginalised and disadvantaged in the community.
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