Support For Bailey Kuariki
The Parole Board's decision to release Bailey Kuariki into the community has prompted a call from the Rethinking Crime
and Punishment Project Leader, Kim Workman, to support Bailey.
"New Zealander's have always been known for giving people a fair go. In the past, Bailey has been withdrawn from
rehabilitation programs and staged reintegration outings, because of public protest. This has hampered his transition
back into the community.
New Zealanders are known for giving people a 'fair go'. Any further harassment is going to interfere with Bailey's
determination to stay out of trouble. The media and victim advocacy groups need to realise that Bailey needs all the
support he can get to help. The best thing they can do is leave him alone.
"Any further harassment may lessen his chances of leading an offence free life. It could also be instrumental in
producing yet another victim we need to avoid that possibility.
Fortunately, there are community people in South Auckland who will help him make the transition back. They will working
together to make sure he is held accountable on a regular basis, and supported to succeed.
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