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Kensington, NSW
Joined June 2011
If you have to abandon your home because of a natural disaster, are you legally considered a refugee? 🤔 @profjmcadam explains how the impact of a climate event can overshadow an individual's human rights. ⚖️ @KaldorCentre
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A group of experts is creating guidelines on how existing refugee and human rights law principles can protect people displaced by climate change.
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New report: small claims court fails underpaid migrants, serves no deterrent for dodgy employers who exploit vulnerable staff to rort taxes 😡 Our Migrant Justice Institute researchers offer practical solutions to this systemic problem. ⚖️ @MigrantJusticeI
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The ‘small claims’ court process is supposed to help workers pursue unpaid wages and entitlements without needing a lawyer. But the system isn’t working for migrants.
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How can regional Australia reduce chronic skill shortages? 🤔 The @KaldorCentre's Dr Claire Higgins and colleagues' world-first @arc_gov_au-supported research project looks at win-win solutions for Australia and skilled refugees. @higginsCM
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A pioneering new research project led by the Kaldor Centre is set to shape win-win solutions that help address regional Australia’s chronic skill shortages and ensure skilled refugees find employment.
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We’re proud that UNSW has ranked 7th in the world in the 2024 @timeshighered Impact Rankings, up from 18th last year. 🏆 The Impact Rankings measure our contribution to @UN Sustainable Development Goals and commitment to #sustainability. 🌏 🔗 https://t.co/iIkxY439qd
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Court cases rely on expert evidence like DNA, fingerprints and post-mortem reports 🕵️ But how accurate are they? Prof. Gary Edmond highlights the issue of failing to validate experts’ methods before their opinions are admitted.
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Expert opinion is necessary as part of the justice system – but nobody is asking if the experts are fit for the task and if their evidence is reliable.
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"The need for a voice for communities didn't dissipate after the referendum. It's as urgent today as it was on October 14, and there are many ways to give Aboriginal people a voice – this is one very innovative and nation-leading way." - @mdavisqlder
https://t.co/lKGqdA4001
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UNSW is creating a micro-treaty with its Indigenous communities to ensure their voices are heard.
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Details we provide while shopping online, sourcing insurance quotes or applying for rental applications can end up being used against us. @Katharine_Kemp explains how we're being exposed to scams by data brokers and a privacy law that isn't enforced. https://t.co/j8OQIVRwoA
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You should be – and the law isn’t protecting you.
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Adjunct Professor @cassandragoldie says that despite correctly diagnosing the problems with the economy, the 2024 Federal Budget fails to deliver the solutions that are arguably needed most. https://t.co/jDZ6idaarD
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Australia is finally having a sustained conversation about violence against women and what we can do about it. Rosalind Dixon and Emma Buxton-Namisnyk recommend immediate and ongoing actions for this complex issue. @rosalinddixon15 @ENamisnyk
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Gender violence has captured the attention of policy makers and the public. There’s many things that can be done, both in the short and long term.
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Dr Emma Buxton-Namisnyk (@ENamisnyk) comments to @ABCaustralia about the fatal lack of expertise on risks presented by domestic and family violence.
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Molly Ticehurst was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend just two weeks after he faced court charged with other violent offences. A former magistrate and law expert say this shows a gap in the...
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New study urges reforms for future Mardi Gras policing. Findings reveal heavy-handed tactics in 2023 that damage LGBTQIA+ community trust. A/Prof. Vicki Sentas' research highlights dubious, invasive, humiliating and potentially unlawful practices. 🏳️🌈
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A study of policing at WorldPride and Mardi Gras events in 2023 found it was heavy-handed and damaging to its relationship with the LGBTQIA+ community.
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"...we’re really lacking transparency on how we’re being tracked and profiled," @Katharine_Kemp explains to the LSJ why Australian data privacy laws need urgent reform. https://t.co/u5kPpO4aRz
@LawSocietyNSW
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This increasing popularity of electric vehicles raises concerns over the computer systems used, as well as the storing and sharing of data
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🎓 Our graduate employees are truly outstanding. We secured 15th place in the Employer Reputation category of the QS World University Rankings by Subject—earning the top spot among Australian law schools. 🌟
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🌟 Exciting news! We've secured 12th place in the global 2024 @QSCorporate Subject Rankings for law! 🌟 🎓 Based on academic reputation, employer reputation, and research citations. Proud to tie with @nus_law worldwide & maintain 1st place in Sydney! https://t.co/rqk0ydeHE3
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Thinking about attending a protest? Prof. Luke McNamara (@mcnamaralj) discusses our laws and the disruptive behaviours that might get you in trouble, on #AustraliaExplained, an @SBSAudio podcast 🎧
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Every week, impassioned Australians take to the streets, raising their voices in protest on important issues. Protesting is not an offence, but protesters sometimes test the limits of the law with...
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AJIL Unbound's latest symposium "Cultural Stakes of Deep Seabed Mining" is now online! Edited & introduced by @AratoJulian, @AlineJaeckel, & @IntHeritageLaw
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On the Cultural Stakes of Deep Seabed Mining - Volume 118
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An attempt to legislate religious freedom protection raises questions for faith communities and LGBTIQ+. Prof. Lucas Lixinski (@IntHeritageLaw) from @HumanRightsUNSW examines the ALRC report on religious educational institutions & anti-discrimination laws.
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A UNSW law academic explains a major new report and its implications for different communities.
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📢 Proud to announce Dr Felicity Bell's appointment as deputy director of the Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession. A valuable addition to the team alongside Michael Legg (@LitigatorLegg) and Vicki McNamara 🙌
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Centre for the Future of the Legal Profession is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Felicity Bell as the Deputy Director, effective 18 March 2024.
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Think slavery is in the past? 🧐 The reality: slaves produce a vast number of products and services that we buy every day. Put an end to modern slavery practices with @justine_nolan from @HumanRightsUNSW. Full @UNSWCentreIdeas 10 Minute Genius video here: https://t.co/up5ZPtmJZx
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Michael Legg (@LitigatorLegg) and Vicki McNamara from the Centre of the Future of the Legal Profession examine how to ensure that the careless use of generative AI doesn't undermine the public’s trust in the legal system.
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Generative AI can be a useful tool, but it can also create inaccurate information. Here’s how to safeguard Australian courts against fake cases, like we’ve already seen overseas.
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