The NSW Police will roll out new training and establish consultative committees across the state as part of the revised strategy for the NSW Police Force to foster strong and cohesive partnerships with Aboriginal communities and key agencies.
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Launching the Aboriginal Strategic Direction 2018-2023 on Friday, NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller APM said engagement with Aboriginal communities had evolved significantly since the policy statement was implemented in 1992.
“I am encouraged by the efforts of officers across the state who have enabled us to develop and grow our relationships with the Aboriginal community and enhance our policing response in this space,” Commissioner Fuller said.
“We have achieved significant progress through a level of trust and co-operation with Aboriginal people and will continue working to reduce crime and violence, build safer communities, and focus on the early diversion of Aboriginal young people away from the criminal justice system and towards support services.”
The policy document outlines the establishment of Police Aboriginal Consultative Committees in 34 Police Area Commands and Police Districts to address issues associated with crime, crime prevention and community safety.
Commissioner Fuller said the policy guidelines were flexible and allowed for the continuation of a positive relationship into the future.
“We are working together with an improved level of community safety and removal of barriers,” Commissioner Fuller said.
“The creation of the Capability, Performance and Youth Command will also prioritise solutions and programs.”
