Dignity and justice for all people in the Kimberley
KCLS is an independent, not-for-profit community legal and social work service based in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia with offices in both Kununurra and Broome, delivering free legal and support services to clients in major towns and outreach locations.
KCLS is the largest remotely located civil law service in Australia, and 85 per cent of our clients are Aboriginal.
KCLS takes an integrated practice approach with professionals from the legal, social work and financial counselling teams working together on individual client matters to ensure a holistic approach in addressing each client’s needs; legal and non-legal. Additionally, through this collaboration, the teams can work on wider, systemic issue affecting our client base and the Kimberley community generally, often teaming up to provide submissions on matters of law reform and public interest.
KCLS forms part of a national network of community-based legal services and is a member of the National Association and Community Legal Centres (NACLC) and Community Legal Centres Association (WA) Inc. KCLS’s participation in a range of networks provides opportunities for joint initiatives and partnerships in professional development, program delivery, policymaking, and law reform.
KCLS is governed by a community-based Board of Management that is reflective of the region.
Our Mission
To support and empower Kimberley people and communities to understand their rights and responsibilities, and to overcome injustice.
Our Vision
Dignity and justice for all people in the Kimberley.
Breaking news - US Campaign launch Monday 23 December 2024
The US campaign is a proud collaboration between Kimberley Community Legal Services and the Marninwarntikura Women’s Resource Centre, two organisations deeply rooted in the Kimberley community. Together, we are the US behind US, united in our mission to create a brighter, stronger, and safer Kimberley for everyone.
This initiative is about shifting the narrative from one of despair to one of strength and recognising the vital role the community plays in making this change happen. It’s a message of hope, unity, and action: that together, we can be the change we need. To support this, we have created resources to inspire and empower individuals and families across the Kimberley. For those experiencing abuse or affected by it, we are here to help and support you on your journey toward safety and healing. Because US is better without abuse.
Today marks the launch of the ‘US Without Abuse’ Campaign, led by Kimberley Community Legal Services in partnership with Marninwarntikura Women’s Resource Centre. This initiative represents a unified commitment to debunk the normalisation of violence and foster a safer, more supportive community for all.
You can watch the 45 second ad and share with your friends and family on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1aHzAi3Yys/
The campaign, produced by Wunan Media, incorporates powerful storytelling tailored to resonate deeply with local audiences. By amplifying the voices and experiences of Kimberley people, the campaign seeks to challenge harmful behaviours, promote accountability, and empower individuals to stand against abuse. Spanning online platforms, television, radio, and community spaces, the initiative is designed to create widespread awareness and drive behavioural change.
Over the coming months the campaign will run ads on television, radio, social media and throughout the community. I encourage you all to visit the campaign website and share the resources with your networks: www.uswithoutabuse.com
Next year KCLS will work towards bringing the campaign to our Remote Aboriginal Communities across the region and provide Community Legal Education on Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse.
Have a wonderful Christmas holiday and I look forward to working with you all on this important campaign in the 2025.