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Since 1872 we've supported people in contact with the criminal justice system and their families to create new beginnings and stronger communities.

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And if you or someone you know is in a position to contribute to this research and support children affected by parental arrest, contact details are in the flyer attached.
December 15, 2025 at 1:40 AM
You can read more about Miaomiao's research, supervised by Catherine Flynn and Susan Baidawi, here (open access): journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
The Impact of Witnessing Parental Arrest on Children: A Scoping Review - Miaomiao He, Catherine Flynn, Susan Baidawi, 2025
The arrest of a parent can be a pivotal moment for their children. While providing opportunities to identify children in need, children may be placed at particu...
journals.sagepub.com
December 15, 2025 at 1:40 AM
At Vacro, we understand the significant effects parental arrest can have on children and families. Our family programs are designed to support families dealing with the aftermath of arrest, and our Vision for Families in Contact with the Justice System called for an overhaul of parental arrest:
www.vacro.org.au
December 15, 2025 at 1:40 AM
December 8, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Vacro is a signatory to the @njpjustice.bsky.social Alternative First Responders campaign and we join the call for centring community and care over policing:
Alternative First Responders - Join the call for care, not force.
alternativefirstresponders.com.au
December 2, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Read more about the platform that guides our 2025-9 Advocacy Strategy: www.vacro.org.au/policy
Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with our advocacy work: www.vacro.org.au/newsletter
November 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM