Research on strong Indigenous communities

Research on strong Indigenous communities Report

Research Briefs

• Author(s): Lawrence, R
• Tertiary Author(s): Australian Institute of Criminology & Attorney General's Department NSW
• Published: 2007
• Publisher: Indigenous Justice Clearninghouse

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Abstract: Those working in regional communities are often struck by the fact that one Indigenous community is successful in keeping crime rates low while another is not. This raises the question as to what are the essential differences between these communities? What are the defining elements of a strong Indigenous community? Does the size of the community make a difference, does it matter if cultural traditions are observed, is the form of leadership a key element, do strong women leaders or elders set the ‘tone’ in the community and does the vibrancy of the local economy make a difference? Knowledge about strong Indigenous communities could also tell us if the crime rate is linked to the strength of bonds between community members.

• Urls: https://www.indigenousjustice.gov.au/resources/research-on-strong-indigenous-communities/?_sf_s=research+on+strong+indigenous+communities, https://www.indigenousjustice.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/mp/files/publications/files/brief001.pdf