Harm minimisation and zero tolerance: a graffiti perspective

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This is a qualitative collective case study that seeks to understand the phenomena of graffiti and its related subcultures. By employing Interpretivist techniques, the research attempts to raise questions about harm minimisation, zero tolerance and graffiti, as well as broaden the debate about these distinct policy approaches for local communities. The research setting encompasses the geographic area of the Knox municipality, situated in outer eastern Melbourne. The researcher has openly disclosed a working relationship between herself and the Knox City Council, where she has been employed as both a Graffiti Management Officer, and a Community Safety (Crime Prevention) Officer, for the past six years.<br><br>The study has canvassed the views of young people immersed in the aerosol art culture, and this has contributed to the unique nature of the study. Two professionals working in the area of youth policy and welfare were interviewed to assist in answering the research question propose

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