SIMON Corbell has funded the Women’s Legal Centre to provide culturally appropriate legal advice to indigenous women through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Access to Justice Program.

Over the four-year period, $529,404 will go towards its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s program.

“This program provides culturally appropriate legal advice, case management and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women,” Simon said.

“Since 2010, the Women’s Legal Centre has been able to provide this service to one of the most vulnerable groups of people in the community.”

In 2013-2014, the program assisted 65 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, provided ongoing case work for 33 cases, and provided legal advice on approximately 129 legal matters.

“As a result of this program, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women have been able to receive greater support and have confidence in accessing and engaging with law and justice services in the ACT.”

The program is staffed by a program coordinator and a part-time Aboriginal liaison officer that provides individualised support aimed at improving outcomes for their clients.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women wanting to access services can call the Women’s Legal Centre on 6257 4377 to speak with the Indigenous Liaison Officer. More information is available at http://www.womenslegalact.org/Aboriginal-and-Torres-Strait-Islander-Womens-Law-and-Justice-Support-Program.