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Raise the age

Learn about raising the age of criminal responsibility and advancing reform in Australia's juvenile justice system to better protect young people.

Race discrimination Publication

Summary

Details practical solutions to the over-incarceration of children and young people in Australia.

About the resource

Raise the Age advocates to keep kids in the community and raise the minimum age of criminal responsibility to at least 14 years old.

The website includes practical solutions to keep kids and communities safe.

Link to the resource

Raise The Age webpage.

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