The ACLO program is an initiative of Victoria Police to enhance the relationship between Victoria Police and the Victorian Aboriginal communities.  The ACLO program provides the necessary link to engage in a proactive community Policing approach that instigates positive change within the current relationships.

Objectives of the ACLO program are:

·                     Work with the community and Police to build trust and respect.

·                     Assist Police and the community to understand each other and work together.

·                     Assist the community to understand Police processes.

·                     To increase the number of Aboriginal people working in Victoria Police.

·                     To support the Victoria Police mission statement “A safer & more confident Victoria.

Aboriginal Community Liaison Officers are Aboriginal people working towards better outcomes for community and Police. 

Why have Aboriginal Community Liaison Officers?

Victoria Police wants to work with the community.  ACLO’s can assist the Police and the community to better understand each other.  They can also advise and inform Police on community and cultural issues.

The ACLO’s job is to:

·                     Assist Police and community to communicate.

·                     Work with the community and Police to resolve problems.

·                     Work with Police to understand community and culture.

·                     Work with community to understand Police and Police services.

ACLO’s are employees of Victoria Police with no Police powers (Not Police officers)

How do I contact my ACLO?

Contact details for the ACLO in Mildura and surrounding areas are:

Jemmes HANDY
Mildura Police Station
Deakin Ave, Mildura

Phone: 50185499

Email:  jemmes.handy@police.vic.gov.au