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Statement of priorities

Consistent access for all Victorians to a specialist, independent Children’s Court where cases involving children and young people are heard in safe and culturally appropriate environments. 

Role

The Children’s Court expertly and fairly applies the law in cases involving children and young people. We work closely with youth justice, legal services, child protection and other community-based services to provide a multi- disciplinary court response to address the best interests of children in need of protection. We promote the accountability and rehabilitation of young offenders and in doing so, improve community safety.

Objectives 

Our objectives for the Court's Statement of Priorities 2022-2025 are: 

  • Improve the court user experience
  • Increase the number of specialist Children’s Courts
  • Engage with the community
  • Develop and support our people
  • Embrace new technology.