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When you sign our pledge you join hundreds of individuals who support the movement for alternative first responders, who advocate for care, not force in cases that require social or health responses.
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Knowledge building
The National Justice Project has released a position paper to guide an Australian campaign advocating for appropriate first responders instead of police attending where a health or social response is required. The paper has been widely endorsed by community stakeholders.
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Write a letter or send an email to your local MP to let them know why Alternative First Responders are important to you.
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Facilitate a conversation about how we re-think the first response. Our frequently asked questions section has you sorted with key points and concepts to consider.

