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# Community Restorative Centre

Supporting people impacted by incarceration

## Sitemaps

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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/) - A NSW community organisation supporting people impacted by the criminal legal system for 70+ years. We support individuals, families and advocate for change.
- [DRAFT TEST SITE - Travel Support for Prison Visitors](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/visiting-a-nsw-correctional-centre/draft-test-site-travel-support-for-prison-visitors/) - Travel Support for Prison Visitors Intro Importance of Maintaining Family Funding Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au UPDATE: Reimbursements for visits made from 1st July 2026 onwards can now be made at a higher rate for fuel and accommodation. Please see the updated information sheet and application form for more information. Keeping in touch
- [Travel Support for Prison Visitors](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/visiting-a-nsw-correctional-centre/travel-support/) - CRC can provide assistance with costs of travel & accommodation to people in financial hardship who are travelling to visit family members in a NSW prison.
- [Gallery](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/gallery/) - CRC would like to share the creative works of our clients and other people with experience of incarceration, participating in our programs.
- [Services](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/) - Discover CRC programs & services, providing long-term support to clients with complex needs, including throughcare, post-release & reintegration support.
- [Get Help](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/) - Find out what to expect if you need to go to court, are going into custody, or have been released from prison. Also find help for family members.
- [Submissions and Response to Inquiries](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/publications/submissions-and-response-to-inquiries/) - Read CRC’s submissions to government inquiries, including advocacy for trauma-informed, decarceral sentencing reforms rooted in harm reduction and accountability.
- [How do I navigate the local court system?](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/how-do-i-navigate-the-local-court-system/) - Get clear answers to common questions about preparing for local court. CRC's Court Support Scheme helps people with practical guidance and support.
- [Family Counselling](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/family-counselling/) - CRC provides information, advice or referrals and can also help you identify suitable counselling, family support and community services in your area.
- [Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Transition Program](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/aod-transitional-support-pre-release-and-outreach-drug-and-alcohol-support-for-people-leaving-prison/) - An outreach-based AOD counselling service for all anyone with a history of involvement in the criminal legal system.
- [Board of Directors](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/board-of-directors/) - Meet the dedicated Board of Directors whose leadership and expertise support our mission to create positive change for people impacted by the criminal legal system.
- [Reintegration Housing Support Program](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/reintegration-housing-support-program/) - RHSP supports people leaving custody & at risk of homelessness, to secure housing and access wraparound psychosocial support during their reintegration journey.
- [Jailbreak Radio](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/jailbreak-radio/) - Jailbreak provides information on criminal, prison & health issues as well as connecting people who are currently incarcerated to the community.
- [Factsheets & Resources](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/publications/factsheets-resources/) - Explore our Practitioner Factsheets and other Guidelines, sharing evidence-based principles designed to support people impacted by the criminal legal system.
- [Key Staff](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/key-staff/) - Find information about key CRC staff, our Patron Michael Kirby, the Board and its Advisory Panel.
- [Getting Out of Prison - Information](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/surviving-on-the-outside/) - If you've just been released from prison life can be very stressful. This is a guide to help you - just click on the question to see answers.
- [Pathways Home](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/pathways-home/) - Supporting young people 10–24 in the criminal legal system with alcohol and drug use challenges. Pre-release planning and case management across Greater Sydney.
- [Locked Out](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/locked-out/) - Locked Out Intro Donations Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Muslim Family, Community, and Post-Release Support Locked Out provides support to Muslim communities and individuals affected by incarceration. It is a crime prevention initiative which works with both families on the outside of the prison gate, as well as those on the inside,
- [About CRC](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/aboutcrc/) - About CRC Our Mission We Assist People on Release From Prison We Assist Families Our Goals Our Values Founded in 1951, the Community Restorative Centre (CRC) is the leading community provider of support services to people affected by the criminal justice system in NSW. All CRC programs aim to reduce crime and break entrenched cycles
- [Research and Evaluation](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/publications/research-and-evaluation/) - CRC’s research highlights the urgent need for housing support, revealing only 38 specialist beds in NSW for people exiting prison.
- [Work With CRC](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/work-with-crc/) - Do you want to make a real difference by supporting people impacted by the criminal legal system? Join an inclusive, respectful and culturally safe workplace.
- [Thank You](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/thank-you/) - Thank you for contacting CRC. You can also contact us by phone, 9am–5pm Monday to Friday.
- [Visting someone in prison](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/visiting-a-nsw-correctional-centre/) - Learn where to find information to prepare for a visit to someone in custody in a NSW Correctional Centre.
- [NDIS Information](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/ndis-information/) - Learn how disability services interact with the NSW criminal legal system.
- [Paper Chained](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/paper-chained/) - Paper Chained is a quarterly journal of writing and artistic expressions from individuals affected by incarceration.
- [Research Enquiries & Policy](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/research-enquiries-policy/) - Advocacy is most effective when person-centred. These resources will asisst advocates working with people who have impacted by the criminal justice system.
- [CRC Advocacy and Research Aims](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/crc-advocacy-and-research-aims/) - The CRC continues to advocate for the rights of people impacted by the criminal justice system, & to campaign for structural changes to the justice system.
- [CRC Annual Reports](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/crc-annual-reports/) - View & download all CRC Annual Reports from 2007 to 2017.
- [Creative Arts Unit](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/creative-arts-unit/) - Songbirds offers music and arts workshops for people in and leaving prison, supporting creativity, connection, and pathways to community through songwriting, mentorship, and meaningful artistic opportunities.
- [Specialist Training](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/specialist-training/) - CRC offers specialist training to support people impacted by the criminal legal system. Build skills, understanding, and effective practices across sectors.
- [Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/housing-support/womens-transitional-and-post-release-service/) - This service provides throughcare and case work supporting women on release from prison and living in Sydney, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
- [Transitional & Post Release (Nepean/Blue Mountains)](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/transitional-post-release-penrith-blue-mountains/) - We work with people leaving prison who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and are looking to live in the Nepean, Penrith or Blue Mountains region.
- [Extended Reintegration Service](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/extended-reintegration-service/) - CRC's Extended Reintegration Service works with people on release from prison in the south-west of Sydney, offering pre-release support & case management.
- [Far West Indigenous Transition Service](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/indigenous-transition-service/) - Pre-release planning and intensive case management, providing culturally safe, holistic support for First Nations people leaving prison in Far West NSW.
- [Court Support Scheme](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/court-support/) - CRC's trained volunteers provide information on NSW court processes, where to seek advice, and emotional support when needed.
- [The Miranda Project](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/the-miranda-project/) - The Miranda Project is working to support women involved with the criminal legal system and at risk of domestic and family violence.
- [CRC creative collaboration projects](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/crc-creative-collaboration-projects/) - CRC Creative Collaboration Projects Intro Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Creative Arts Creative Arts Unit Jailbreak Radio Paper Chained Support Us Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Donate Now Support Us Donate Now Help communities, families,
- [CRC Publications](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/publications/) - CRC staff regularly produce research and position papers on the NSW criminal justice system & its impact on prisoners, people on release, & their families
- [Housing & Transition Support](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/housing-support/) - CRC provides transition services for people on release from prison in NSW, including throughcare, long-term intensive casework and accommodation support.
- [Telephone Information and Referral Service](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/telephone-information/) - TIRS is a free phone service offering advice, referrals and a friendly ear to anyone affected by the criminal legal system, prison or the courts in NSW.
- [Membership](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/support-us/membership/) - Membership is important to the CRC. Becoming a member shows your strong passion & support for our work helping prisoners, people on release from prison, and their families.
- [Contact Us](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/contact-us/) - Click here for contact details for the Community Restorative Centre.
- [Donate](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/support-us/donate/) - Support the Community Restorative Centre in breaking the cycle of crime and disadvantage. Your donation helps people rebuild their lives and reconnect with their communities.
- [Support Us](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/support-us/) - Find out about volunteering with CRC, or becoming a member. You can also read some of the inspiring success stories that our clients have shared with us.
- [Transforming Justice Australia](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/transforming-justice-australia/) - Transforming Justice Australia has a new website! Visit us at www.transformingjustice.org.au or contact our team to learn more about our work in restorative justice.
- [Going to prison and surviving on the inside](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/surviving-on-inside/) - Find out what to expect going to prison for the first time. Tips and information to make it easier to understand how the system works inside.
- [CRC in the Media](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/crc-in-the-media/) - Explore media coverage of CRC’s work in rehabilitation, justice reform, and lived experience—from SBS and SMH to Rolling Stone and Croakey Health Media.
- [Crc-history](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/crc-history/) - Over the years CRC has provided a vital service to inmates and their families and friends and grown and expanded since its formation in 1951.
- [Feedback](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/feedback/) - We value your input as it helps us improve our services and better support people impacted by the criminal justice system.
- [Our Patrons](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/our-patrons/) - Introducing Community Restorative Centre Patrons – The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG and The Hon Elizabeth Evatt AC.
- [Reconciliation Action Plan](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan/) - Community Restorative Centre’s Reconciliation Action Plan and our commitment to supporting and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through meaningful action.
- [Media Enquiries & Policy](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/media-enquiries-policy/) - CRC won’t consider any media requests which serve to perpetuate stereotypes or myths about imprisonment in NSW.
- [Advocacy and Research](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/) - Read research, submissions & articles from the CRC, and find out how our work with people with lived experience of incarceration informs our advocacy role.
- [Preparing For Prison](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/preparing-for-prison/) - Click on the question to see answers, information, people to call & websites to visit for help if you're facing prison time, or have an upcoming court date.
- [Volunteering](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/support-us/volunteering/) - We welcome volunteer applications for the CRC Court Support Scheme. Click here to read details and fill in an application.
- [About the Community Restorative Centre](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/) - CRC provides specialist, long-term throughcare, post-release and reintegration support for prisoners, people transitioning from prison, and their families.
- [Our Partners](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/our-partners/) - Discover the organisations and individuals partnering with the Community Restorative Centre to support people impacted by the criminal justice system.
- [Client Stories](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client-stories/) - CRC is pleased to share some of the stories of our clients, the community and our project participants, who have found success and personal growth.
- [Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/advocacyresearch/advocacy-research-policy-unit/) - The Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit drives systemic change through evidence-based research and advocacy, informed by lived experience and expert collaboration.
- [Awards](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/about-us/awards/) - Read about awards bestowed upon Community Restorative Centre staff and associates.
- [Disclaimer](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/disclaimer/) - Disclaimer Intro Direct Involvement Any information contained on this website should NOT be construed as legal advice. The information, provided by the Community Restorative Centre Inc (CRC) on this website, is for general information purposes ONLY. While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Intro Direct Involvement This document sets out the principles that Community Restorative Centre Limited has adopted in relation to the protection and handling of personal information. The Community Restorative Centre is committed to protecting your personal information. In addition to this Privacy Policy, there may also be specific and additional privacy terms which
- [Advocacy, research and policy work](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/advocacy-research-and-policy-work/) - Advocacy, Research and Policy Work Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Get Help Advocacy and
- [Telephone information and support](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/telephone-information-and-support/) - Telephone Information And Support Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Get Help Telephone Information and
- [Support for women at risk of domestic and family violence and criminal justice system involvement](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/support-for-women-at-risk-of-domestic-and-family-violence-and-criminal-justice-system-involvement/) - Support for Women at Risk of Domestic and Family Violence Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E
- [Support for families and friends](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/support-for-families-and-friends/) - Support for Families and Friends Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Get Help Family support,
- [Support for young people returning to community](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/support-for-young-people-returning-to-community/) - Support for Young People Returning to Community Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Get Help
- [Support for people returning to community](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/services/support-for-people-returning-to-community/) - Support for People Returning to Community Reintegration Housing Support Program Women’s Transitional and Post-Release Service Extended Reintegration Service – South West Sydney Transitional Indigenous Service Penrith & Blue Mountains AOD Transitional Support – Pre-release and outreach drug and alcohol support for people leaving prison Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Get Help Reintegration
- [Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/get-help/advocacy-research-policy-unit/) - Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit Intro Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit Background Example of Excellence Related Links Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au The Advocacy, Research & Policy Unit, also known as ARPU, provides the rigorous evidence-based foundation for all of CRC’s work, from service delivery to systemic advocacy. The ARPU exists to
- [Success Stories](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client-stories/success-stories/) - Success Stories Intro Quick Exit P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au Discover the inspiring stories of people who have transformed their lives with CRC. JennyThe Miranda Project P (02) 9288 8700 E info@crcnsw.org.au The Miranda Project Please be aware that names have been changed to protect privacy. Jenny is in her late 30s, a

## client

- [Jenny](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/jenny/) - Jenny is in her 30s. She is a First Nations woman and mother of 4. She was pregnant when she was referred to CRC's Miranda Project whilst in prison.
- [Marie](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/maries-story/) - Building Foundations: A Journey from Crisis to Stability. At age 45, this is Marie’s first home. She tells me this is the first meal she’s cooked in 10 years.
- [Jodine](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/jodines-story/) - Jodine’s release from prison on Boxing Day was stressful, but CRC provided essential support, arranging temporary accommodation .
- [Richard](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/richards-story/) - Richard, in his sixties, shares the emotional journey of preparing for his daughter Jill’s release from prison. Despite regular visits.
- [Sandra](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/sandras-story/) - Sandra’s family faced an unexpected crisis when her daughter was taken into custody without warning, leaving behind two young daughters.
- [Reggie](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/reggies/) - Reggie is a young First Nations man with a strong family background and passion for rugby. His journey includes overcoming personal challenges.
- [Leah](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/leah/) - Leah’s journey from war-torn Cambodia to refugee life in Thailand and eventual settlement in Australia reflects resilience.
- [Nathan](https://www.crcnsw.org.au/client/nathans-story/) - Nathan’s journey reflects resilience through trauma—adoption, family violence, and a life-changing brain injury.