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Redesigning justice systems to deliver real outcomes, reduce reoffending and improve lives

  • 15 - 18 September 2026
  • Hotel Grand Chancellor, Meanjin/Brisbane, Queensland
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About this Event

Event overview

We are delighted to announce the 5th National Justice Forum 2026 is set to take place from 15-18 September at Hotel Grand Chancellor in Meanjin/Brisbane.

The 5th National Justice Forum brings together leaders from across justice, government, community, legal and frontline services to confront a critical reality, the current system is not delivering better outcomes.

Despite increased investment and reform efforts, recidivism remains high and First Nations people continue to be overrepresented, and services operate in fragmented siloes that fail to meet complex needs.

This year’s Forum moves beyond discussion to focus on what actually works, examining the structural drivers of system failure, showcasing proven models across prevention, intervention and reintegration, and identifying the practical changes required to deliver coordinated, effective and sustainable justice outcomes.

Through evidence-based insights, cross sector perspectives and real-world case studies, attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to reduce system demand, improve outcomes for individuals, and drive meaningful reform across the justice system.

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Learning outcomes

  • Understand the systemic and structural challenges that prevent real, positive change and contribute to the cycle of incarceration 
  • Learn how to reduce sector wide fragmentation across service and enable continuity of care by aligning systems and applying trauma-informed frameworks 
  • Apply proven prevention and early intervention strategies to reduce the number of people who come into contact with the justice system 
  • Address the overrepresentation of vulnerable and marginalised cohorts, including Aboriginal people, people with disability, and women
  • Strengthen through care and reintegration pathways to reduce recidivism
  • Navigate policy, funding and operational challenges to deliver sustainable reform and end the cycle of disadvantage 
  • Build practical strategies to improve collaboration, accountability and service delivery across the sector 

Understand the systemic and structural challenges that prevent real, positive change and contribute to the cycle of incarceration 

Learn how to reduce sector wide fragmentation across service and enable continuity of care by aligning systems and applying trauma-informed frameworks 

Apply proven prevention and early intervention strategies to reduce the number of people who come into contact with the justice system 

Address the overrepresentation of vulnerable and marginalised cohorts, including Aboriginal people, people with disability, and women 

Strengthen through care and reintegration pathways to reduce recidivism

Navigate policy, funding and operational challenges to deliver sustainable reform and end the cycle of disadvantage 

Build practical strategies to improve collaboration, accountability and service delivery  across the sector 

Key themes

Attend this Forum and learn how to:

Strengthen cross-sector collaboration and deepen Indigenous partnerships to drive effective justice reinvestment outcomes

Deliver trauma-informed, culturally safe practices that facilitate healing and reduce recidivism

Amplify lived experience perspectives and embed co-design principles throughout justice system response

Optimise prevention and early intervention frameworks to reduce justice system contact

Implement sustainable, community-led pre- and post-release programs that support long-term reintegration

Advisory Committee

The experts guiding the conversation:

Brooke Dillon, Palawa Nation from Lutruwita. Indigenous Cultural Advisor, Serco 

Currently residing and working on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja, I am proud to serve as the Cultural Advisor (AD) at Acacia Prison, Australia’s largest medium-security facility.

Brooke Dillon
Indigenous Cultural Advisor
Serco

Vanessa Hollis is a Director at Queensland Corrective Services, leading a reform program created to deliver the recommendations of Queensland’s historic Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce.

Vanessa Hollis
Director, Transformation Office
Queensland Corrective Services

Caroline Hood, a licensed clinical social worker, is the newly appointed CEO of Prisoners' Aid Association NSW, a 125-year-old organisation serving people as they exit incarceration and reintegrate into community.

Caroline Hood
Chief Executive Officer
Prisoners' Aid Association NSW

Lea-Ann is the Director of Policy and Programs within the Youth Crime Group, Queensland Police Service. 

Lea-Ann McNeil
Director, Policy and Programs, Youth Crime Group
Queensland Police Service

Juergen is the Principal Managing Lawyer for VALS Aboriginal Families Law.

Juergen Kaehne
Principal Managing Lawyer, Aboriginal Families Practice
Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service

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TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say

Insightful, thought-provoking, emotionally charged and really invaluable presentations by passionate speakers. I’m really appreciative of being able to share in the event

Principal Project Officer

It is important that the various players in the justice system and community have a platform to yarn about the important issues facing First Nations communities; this forum allowed for that

Manager

Thank you for the opportunity to meet an amazing group of people. Their stories were inspiring and the passion and commitment expressed by those who attended testament to the strength and resilience of Aboriginal people in making things better for our mobs

Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Director Policy and Engagement

OUR SPONSORS

Meet the partners powering Justice Forum

We are honoured to be supported by dedicated sponsors and partners who share our vision of breaking the cycle of incarceration through systemic reforms, cross-sector collaboration, and lifelong support. Their commitment strengthens our mission and helps make this forum a catalyst for meaningful change.

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Past Events

Justice Forum through the years

2nd Annual

National Youth Justice Forum

3 - 6 September | Pullman, Brisbane

2023

3rd Annual

National Justice Forum

10 - 13 June | Pullman Brisbane King George, Brisbane / Meanjin

2024

4th Annual

National Justice Forum

2 - 5 December 2025 Stamford Plaza Brisbane/ Meanjin

2025

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