Kelvin Quartermaine
Kelvin Quartermaine is a Wardandi man, living on Wardandi Boodja. Kelvin has lived experience of many of his family members across the generations being caught up in the criminal justice system. His life’s mission is to overcome its tragic suicidal impacts.
Kelvin Quartermaine's articles (3 total)
The prison revolving door is costing lives
For people caught in the revolving door of prison, the risk of suicide often extends beyond custody, exposing the failure of justice, health and housing systems to support life after release.
Dying in prison
The political predilection for punishment is contributing to yet another stressor on prisons. As Australia’s prison population ages, so, too, do inmates risk dying inside.
Dead time
According to the recent report of the Productivity Commission, the number of First Nations people in Australian prisons is at an all-time high.