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Committing to the Challenges - Corrections Victoria Disability Framework 2010-2012

Over the life of the first Corrections Victoria Disability Framework 2007–09 there has been significant, demonstrable progress in addressing a range of identified barriers. Those barriers included a lack of appropriate offence-specific programs for prisoners with a cognitive impairment, and the limited understanding of the prevalence of hidden disabilities such as ABI and hearing impairment.

The Corrections Victoria Disability Framework 2010–12 demonstrates a continuing organisational commitment to tackle the ongoing challenges which contribute to elevated recidivism among this specific group of offenders.
The Framework encompasses four strands that in combination deliver a cohesive three-year plan:

• research
• innovation
• coordination
• strategy

While these strands are not explicitly stated in the body of the Framework, they are inherent in an approach of investigation, development, implementation and review – in summary, continuous improvement underpinned by an evidence-base.

The Framework also contains an emphasis on innovation, particularly important in a field of work that is emerging from its infancy. The strategy also takes account of implementation challenges identified.

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Author:	Department of Justice - Corrections Victoria
Place of Publication:	Melbourne
Publisher:	Department of Justice - Corrections Victoria
Date of Publication:	2009
Number of Pages:	PDF - 28 Word - 16
Copyright:	State of Victoria, 2009.