UNSW Law & Justice

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 bit.ly/3zas26b

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 bit.ly/45AUZ7x

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 bit.ly/45EpVUw

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. 🌏 🔗 bit.ly/3Xo9NEr

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. bit.ly/3RbrKCj

"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 bit.ly/3R5AObE

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. bit.ly/4bHiQUW

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. bit.ly/3yotf9C

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 bit.ly/3UJCz0F

Dr Emma Buxton-Namisnyk (@ENamisnyk) comments to @ABCaustralia about the fatal lack of expertise on risks presented by domestic and family violence. ab.co/49ZcZsK

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. 🏳️‍🌈 bit.ly/3Uztk2S

"...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. bit.ly/44fyDI2 @LawSocietyNSW

🎓 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. 🌟

🌟 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! bit.ly/3PX2OxO

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 🎧 bit.ly/3J9xFDx

@KaldorCentre for International Refugee Law experts say new migration law changes are some of the most draconian this country has seen in decades – and they could be disastrous. @profjmcadam @DanGhez @madelinegleeson @drtristanharley bit.ly/3Vwiw6B

AJIL Unbound's latest symposium "Cultural Stakes of Deep Seabed Mining" is now online! Edited & introduced by @AratoJulian, @AlineJaeckel, & @IntHeritageLaw bit.ly/3xdlC5p

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. bit.ly/3VzJQRw

📢 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 🙌 bit.ly/3x5Ebbo

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: bit.ly/3TjtMQS