Content Warning 

This episode of Doin Time contains audio images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have died, graphic discussion of deaths in custody and distressing material about human rights violations in prison.  

On this week's show we brought you an interview with Sohini Mehta Senior Lawyer from the Human Rights Law Centre, who discussed the Queensland Government's attack on human rights in prison which will fuel the incarceration crisis.  The bill was spoken about in detail including the denial for people serving life sentences to have access to parole for at least five years, including children sentenced to life imprisonment under adult sentencing laws oncie they become eligible for parole.This dangerous Bill is called the protecting Queenslanders from Dangerous Prisoners and strengthening victims rights Amendment Bill 2026 which are extraordinary measures with the power to override the Act usually reserved for a war.  For further information please go to the Human Rights Law Centre Website.

The Second extended interview featured Bellingham Youth law's Policy and Advocacy Manager who gave evidence to the National Youth Inquiry.  Naomi spoke about the Inquiry and the subsequent Senate report entitled Australia's Youth Justice and Incarceration System. Naomi unpacked the report and discussed evidence that was presented to the Inquiry. She talked about the report being a significant step towards the much needed reform to reduce the mumber of Australian children in prison.  In particular First Nations children were highlighted as being over incarcerated. Please check the Youth law website for more information.