- Expressions of interest sought for Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee (AJAC)
- New AJAC members to add their voices to cultural advice and guidance
- Eight people from metro, regional and remote Aboriginal communities will be selected
The Western Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal people across the State to join the Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee (AJAC) for the next term.
AJAC comprises 12 Aboriginal community members connected to 12 diverse regions across WA.
The Committee was established in 2021 and members provide cultural advice and guidance from lived experience to the Department of Justice.
The AJAC reports to the Department's Director General who briefs the Attorney General and the Minister for Corrective Services on justice matters and the committee's work.
Expressions of interest for the 2026 AJAC are being sought from Aboriginal people connected to the following regions:
- West Kimberley;
- East Pilbara;
- Gascoyne;
- Mid West;
- Goldfields;
- North Metropolitan;
- South West; and
- Great Southern.
To be considered for membership, candidates must demonstrate a strong community presence in their nominated region and show a commitment to improving justice outcomes for Aboriginal people across WA.
Successful candidates need to attend a minimum of four meetings per calendar year, comply with the AJAC Terms of Reference and Code of Conduct.
