Beyond the scarecrow: Tailored everyday justice in Measure for Measure

What truly works to meet the legal needs and capabilities of Victorians?

How do we build justice solutions that are not only effective, but also scalable and sustainable?

Join us to discuss these questions, and the findings sitting at the heart of Measure for Measure: Tailoring Everyday Justice, a People-Centred Approach

‘We must not make a scarecrow of the law,’
- William Shakespeare, Measure for Measure, Act 2, Scene 1.

Building on insights from our Data Mapping Project and the Public Understanding of Law Survey, this research moves beyond uncovering legal need to identifying the ingredients that are seen to make justice solutions successful. It explores how the Victorian justice sector responds to everyday legal and capability needs and what approaches show promise in strengthening access to justice.

The research bridges the growing international discourse regarding people-centred justice with the practices on the ground in Victoria.

Measure for Measure reflects the generous contributions of legal assistance services, courts and tribunals, pro bono lawyers, and others across the sector committed to improving justice outcomes and building legal capability within our communities.

About Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure: Tailoring Everyday Justice is foundational research that aimed to map and understand varied justice initiatives from across Victoria. The research brought together these pockets of practice to build a collective picture of what was seen to work for different individuals, communities, and legal problems - and what more might be needed.

Measure for Measure provides a foundation for learning, dialogue, strategy, and the design and evaluation of responsive interventions that align with the diverse needs and capabilities of individuals and communities. It also points the way to further empirical research at a systemic level to inform the design and provision of services, processes and tools that do justice. 

Canapés and drinks will be provided, followed by a presentation from Principal Researcher and project lead, Bridget McAloon, and time to connect with colleagues across the sector.

We look forward to welcoming you.