The Lived Experience Advisory Panel (LEAP) is a group of people who use their experience of the criminal justice system to advocate for meaningful change.
LEAP meets monthly to contribute to various activities such as:
- Co-designing and evaluating ACSO programs by providing knowledge and guidance regarding what ACSO clients want and need
- Representing and participating in ACSO social events, including events that showcase client creativity
- Evaluating and reviewing program brochures and website content to ensure the content is informative and meaningful for clients
- Being present at new employee inductions
- Participating on interview panels for prospective employees
- Consulting on ACSO's strategic planning
- Reviewing matters referred by the ACSO board, management, and program leaders
Engage LEAP for Co-design or an Event
Our Lived Experience Advisory Panel is available for policy and program co-design as well as guest speaking opportunities. Whether you seek LEAP members’ insights individually or as a group, these engagements offer a unique chance to collaborate and participate in meaningful change.
Join LEAP
We always welcome new applications.
Do you want to help ACSO improve its services? Do you want to share your experiences as a service user to help ACSO understand what clients or participants want and need?
If you are a current or previous client or you have been engaged with an ACSO stakeholder as a person affected by the justice system, we want to hear from you! All applications will be considered.
Members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBT+, Culturally Diverse and Disability communities are encouraged to apply to provide their unique perspectives on designing our services.
“The space created has allowed us to raise awareness by sharing our experiences and stories, lead positive social change and influence policies. And in doing so, being a Panel Member has given me a purpose and a sense of pride.”
LEAP Member
