451Custodial right—family, community, cultural and religious connections

451 Custodial right—family, community, cultural and religious connections

(1) A child or young person held in custody in a youth justice custodial centre has a right to—

(a) use their own language; and

(b) demonstrate and practise their religion; and

(c) express their culture; and

(d) participate in cultural and religious activities and celebrations; and

(e) be supported in maintaining their family, community, cultural and religious connections; and

(f) receive visits from parents, relatives, carers, community members and any other persons of significance to the child or young person; and

(g) if in person visits are not reasonably practicable or preferred by the child or young person, have access to a telephone, video technology or other preferred forms of communication to maintain connections; and

(h) engage with religious or spiritual advisers.

(2) A child or young person held in custody in a youth justice custodial centre has a right to be communicated with—

(a) in a language and manner that they can understand, including through the use of an interpreter and translated written materials as required; and

(b) in a culturally appropriate manner.