About AFLS
Aboriginal Family Legal Services (AFLS) is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that provides free specialist legal assistance and non-legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing, or at risk of, family violence and sexual assault.
We understand that issues of family and domestic violence are highly complex and, while early legal assistance is critical, we know that legal services alone cannot resolve all issues. We therefore provide a holistic service delivery model, which includes prevention and education initiatives aimed at supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to live free from family and domestic violence and sexual assault.
Established in 2010, AFLS has been providing specialist services to Western Australian Aboriginal communities across seven regions. We operate under the Family Violence Prevention Legal Service (FVPLS) program funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA).
Our organisation works together with a diverse group of philanthropic organisations, corporations, government departments, and community services to make a difference in our communities.
Our vision and values
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are safe and free of family and domestic violence and sexual assault and are empowered to self- determine improved life outcomes.
Values:
- Cultural Security – We recognise and respect Aboriginal cultural values, traditions and practices
- Respect – We treat everyone fairly and equitably
- Agile – We are responsive to the needs of our clients and partners
- Courageous Leadership – We are resilient and innovative advocates for justice
- Collaborative – We work together in close partnership with our clients, communities and other services
- Integrity – We act with honesty, transparency and accountability at all times
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