Police launch ‘Aboriginal Strategic Direction’ at Williamtown Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens Port Stephens News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - March 28, 2024 NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb APM. SENIOR police, including Commissioner Karen Webb APM, gathered from across the state at Murrook Culture Centre in Williamtown last week to launch the updated ‘Aboriginal Strategic Direction’. The official launch included a Welcome to Country by Worimi Elder Uncle John Ridgeway, a traditional smoking ceremony, and speeches by senior police. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au The Aboriginal Strategic Direction (ASD) is the overarching document which guides the NSW Police Force in its management of Aboriginal issues. It identifies critical opportunities for police to strengthen and maintain cohesive partnerships with Aboriginal communities and key agencies. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb APM said the NSW Police Force proudly welcomes the development of the Aboriginal Strategic Direction. “The ASD is a Tier 1 Priority for the NSW Police Force and I look forward to working with the communities across NSW in actioning the priorities of this document,” Commissioner Webb said. The four priorities of the ASD are Community Safety Communication and Understanding, Partnerships – Collaborate and Influence, Safety and Wellbeing of Aboriginal Young People, and Family Safety and Domestic Violence. A Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony was offered by members of the local Worimi community. Gathered Police representatives at the Aboriginal Strategic Direction launch.
