Katherine Hayes, CEO of Queensland's Youth Advocacy Centre, offers a frontline view of youth crime shaped by long term work with young offenders.

She explains why Queensland's adult crime, adult time approach has failed, pointing to high reoffending rates and deep systemic issues.

Katherine urges Victoria not to repeat what she calls an evidence free mistake and sheds light on what actually reduces youth crime.

You can learn more about the Youth Advocacy Centre at www.yac.net.au

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CREDITS:

Host: Meshel Laurie

Guest: Katherine Hayes

Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard

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