Organisation : Djirra
Location : Melbourne, VIC Regional
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Indigenous, Law, Justice & Human Rights
Salary type : Annual Package
About the organisation
Djirra is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) that works towards a future where all Aboriginal women are strong, safe, independent, healthy and positive in their lives, culture and communities. All Djirra’s work is designed by and for Aboriginal women and is deeply respectful of and connected to community. Self-determination is the foundation of everything we do: it is Our Cultural Way.
About the role
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.
Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of
• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Lawyer/Senior Lawyer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Indigenous, #Law_Justice_and_Human_Rights
