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About the CYWS
How the CYWS supports children and young people, who the CYWS supports and how to make a referral.
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Information for children
Information for children about being a witness and giving evidence in courts in Victoria.
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Information for young people
Information for young people about being a witness, giving evidence, and how the CYWS can help.
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Information for referrers
How and when to make a referral, and what to include.
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The court process
Find out about hearings and courts, and when you may give evidence.
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Court Dog Program
Meet Kiki the CYWS Court Dog and learn about how she helps witnesses.
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Garragarrak
Learn about our facility in Melbourne where children and young people can give evidence.
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Getting help
Organisations that can provide you with specialist support or information.
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Feedback for the CYWS
We want to hear about your experience with the CYWS.
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