Training for Community Justice Group Volunteers
Building Skills, Empowering Communities, Enhancing Justice Outcomes
The Training for Community Justice Group (CJG) Volunteers program equips members with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to support Indigenous individuals and families navigating the justice system. Rooted in cultural respect and community empowerment, this training enables CJG volunteers to adopt culturally appropriate approaches for resolving conflicts and improving justice outcomes within their communities.
Our Services
The program provides comprehensive training to CJG volunteers, covering:
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Mediation Techniques: Teaching volunteers to facilitate culturally sensitive conflict resolution and promote community harmony.
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Cultural Advocacy: Preparing volunteers to draft cultural submissions and provide oral or written representations in bail or sentencing hearings.
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Legal Process Guidance: Equipping volunteers with knowledge of legal procedures, rights, and responsibilities to guide individuals through court processes.
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Victim and Offender Support: Offering tailored training for supporting individuals involved in domestic and family violence cases.
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Community Engagement: Developing communication and trust-building strategies for effective collaboration with legal services, correctional facilities, and government agencies.
Why CJG Volunteer Training Matters
This program strengthens the capacity of CJG volunteers to address justice challenges in culturally appropriate and impactful ways by:
Empowering Communities: Building local capacity to address justice issues through self-determination.
Fostering Conflict Resolution: Equipping volunteers with skills to mediate disputes within their communities.
Promoting Victim and Offender Support: Providing resources to address complex issues such as domestic and family violence.
​Key Features
Culturally Relevant Training Modules: Focused on Indigenous protocols, traditions, and legal representation.
Practical Skill Development: Hands-on training in mediation, advocacy, and legal compliance.
Community-Centered Approach: Emphasizing collaboration with local stakeholders and government agencies.
Focus on Domestic and Family Violence: Tailored support strategies for sensitive and complex cases.
Who We Work With
The program partners with various stakeholders to ensure comprehensive training, including:
Local and mainland Community Justice Groups (CJGs).
Magistrates Courts and legal professionals.
Victim and offender support organizations.
Government agencies and correctional facilities.
