VACRO is a non-government, non-denominational organisation. It was established in 1872 (as the Discharged Prisoner's Aid Society of Victoria) in the wake of the 1871 Royal Commission into the Penal Establishments and Gaols, which urged the establishment of a body to give assistance to discharged prisoners.

VACRO's mission is to provide support and information for individuals charged with a criminal offence, offenders, prisoners and their families; as well as a leadership, education, training and research on the Justice System for the Community

VACRO's work is focused in three main areas:

Justice System Services
Family and Children's Services
Research and Development

VACRO News

Changes to the SKY program

17 January 2012

In 2012, SKY continues to offer counselling ...

and is now also offering tailored training packages for professionals! (more details?)

Next Generation Framework Launched

17 November 2011

VACRO has launched a new report, Next Generation on the Outside, that seeks to achieve better outcomes for vulnerable families and children in contact with criminal justice systems across Australia. (read more...)

Annual General Meeting

17 November 2011

VACRO held its 139th AGM on Thursday night.

download the latest Annual Report here.

Current Vacancies

VACRO has a senior support worker position (maternity leave) available. For more information or to download a position description follow this link.

VACRO also has a number of volunteer positions available. For more info see the volunteer page.

Next Generation
on the Outside
Better Outcomes for vulnerable families in contact with Australian criminal justice systems.

Priorities for action October 2011