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19 August 2021

The former departments of Family and Community Services and Justice came together to form DCJ. We are part of the Stronger Communities Cluster in NSW Government, with responsibility for:

  • Housing and Homelessness
  • Corrective Services
  • Youth Justice
  • Child Protection and Out-of-home Care
  • Disability Inclusion
  • Courts and Tribunals
  • Law Reform and Legislation
  • Veterans
  • Victims Services
  • Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence
  • Counter Terrorism
  • Youth
  • Volunteering
  • Seniors
  • Carers
  • Early Intervention for Children and Families.