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150th Anniversary

Visit this page throughout 2022 as we mark the milestone of our 150th Anniversary through storytelling and special events.
Share your story with the Corrections Cultural Review

People in custody have the right to feel safe and be treated fairly. If you have spent time in a Victorian prison or correctional centre, or if one of your family members has, the Cultural Review of the Adult Custodial Corrections System wants to hear your story.
Work at VACRO

VACRO is always looking for passionate people to join our dedicated team.
VACRO presents on families and prison at international research conference

Aaron Hart will present at the International Coalition for Children with Incarcerated Parents’ global research conference.

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Volunteer

Make friends and build experience by contributing your skills as a VACRO volunteer.
Do a student placement

Learn new skills at a highly regarded not-for-profit specialising in the criminal justice sector.
Second Chance Jobs

A new, ground-breaking employment support linking people leaving prisons with jobs 'at the gate'.
Second Chance Cycles

A community bike workshop recycling, refurbishing and donating bicycles in the local Collingwood community.
ReConnect

Personalised, community-based, case management support for people upon release from prison.
ReLink

Supporting adults preparing to exit prison to make goals and plans for a good life post-release.
About us

VACRO is an independent not-for-profit organisation supporting people in contact with the criminal justice system and their families to successfully reintegrate back into their communities.
Resources

Resources providing practical information and personal support to people and families in contact with the criminal justice system.
Our history

Founded in 1872, VACRO is one of Victoria's oldest independent community organisations. Learn more about our long history.
How we help

VACRO supports adults in contact with Victoria's criminal justice system and their families through a range of services and projects. Learn more about the support we offer.