Quick Exit

First Nations

Leaving prison can be especially hard for women because you might be dealing with grief, disconnection from Country, or barriers to housing, health care, or community. There are services that understand your story and will walk beside you.

The following organisations support First Nations women:

Murri Watch supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by the justice system. Their Community Justice Programs help women before and after incarceration and offer culturally safe case management and referrals.


Call: 1300 692 824

What they can help you with:

  • Accommodation & Safety
  • Reconnecting with Community
  • Help with Systems Navigation

ATSILS provides legal and community support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Queensland. 

You don’t have to face legal or community systems alone — they will stand with you and help you understand your rights.

 

Call: 1800 012 255 (24 hrs, 7 days)

What they can help you with:

  • Housing Services
  • Reintegration Services
  • Bail or Parole Service

Acknowledgements

This information was sourced from Murri Watch and ATSILS and has been adapted for ease of understanding.

Acknowledgment of Country

We acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.