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PACIFIC FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TOGETHER PROJECT

PACIFIC FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TOGETHER PROJECT. PFACT Project. 40 – 50% intake Fairfield & Blacktown LGAs. Pacific youth are OVER REPRESENTED In the Juvenile Justice System. Project activities. Early Intervention.

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PACIFIC FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TOGETHER PROJECT

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  1. PACIFIC FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TOGETHER PROJECT

  2. PFACT Project 40 – 50% intake Fairfield & Blacktown LGAs Pacific youth are OVER REPRESENTED In the Juvenile Justice System

  3. Project activities Early Intervention Information sessions - Pacific Community, Church’s, Service providers, Schools High School projects – Bridging the gap between Pacific Identity/ Australian way of life Informational Legal kit - ‘Keeping on track’ Culturally sensitive, containing information to help understand the processes of the Australian legal system & their rights Group sessions – All members of the Family Providing practical skills and strategies Restoration Mentoring program – One on one mentoring by volunteer Pacific role models Case Management – Post release Intensive support and assistance with young people and their families, Providing a link into local service providers Cultural Community Events / Initiatives

  4. PFACT Project Holistic response

  5. Holistic response Young Person Church Family Young Person • Demonstrates RESPECT • Builds rapport/relationship • Better understanding • Sustainability • Long term result Community Peers School

  6. PFACT Project • Learning's • Investment in time • Importance of culture & traditions • Young peoples knowledge of culture – PRIDE • Flexible – provide for the needs of the community • Outcomes • Level of engagement of young people was/is high • Parents involvement & support • Holistic approach is supported by Community groups/Services, Police • Future • Full evaluation

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