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25.01.2022 Call for nominations for the membership of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (2020 - 2022) How to submit nominations: To send in nominations for consider...ation the following documents are required: -- Nomination letter; -- A recent resume/curriculum vitae of the nominee (maximum 2 printed pages in Word format); -- A short biography of the nominee (200 words); -- Information on the consultations amongst indigenous peoples organizations; -- Information about the nominating organization(s). Consultations amongst indigenous organizations are encouraged to commence as soon as possible to ensure that the President of the ECOSOC has suitable candidates for consideration and appointment. In considering possible candidates the indigenous peoples organizations are encouraged to take into account the expertise relevant to the mandate of the Permanent Forum as well as the principles of geographic distribution and gender balance. Deadline for submission of nominations: 25 January 2019 More information: https://www.un.org//call-for-nominations-membership-of-pf/
24.01.2022 The Bar Association of Queensland is accepting applications for the 2021 Indigenous Law Student Program. This opportunity provides an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander law student to undertake a three week program with a Barrister, a Federal Court Judge and a Supreme and/or District Court judge. Click on the link for more info.... https://qldbar.asn.au//equality-diversity-indigenous-stude
24.01.2022 Call for applications for the Indigenous Fellowship to the Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights. Its a wonderful experience to develop your understanding of how UN instruments and mechanisms can assist you in shaping change in your community says President, Avelina Tarrago. Avelina was selected as one of ten fellows in 2014. https://www.ohchr.org/en/issues/ipeoples/pages/ifp.aspx
23.01.2022 Queensland Indigenous excellence representing at NILC 2018!
23.01.2022 Join us now live: https://www.facebook.com/watch/
23.01.2022 YFS is currently advertising for a part-time First Nations worker! Please see the link below for details.
22.01.2022 Congratulations to ILAQ founding member and past President, the Hon. Judge Nathan Jarro, on the announcement as QUT Outstanding Alumnus of the Year for 2020.
22.01.2022 Congratulations to Aunty Sandra Creamer on her admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland. We can safely boast that this is the first time an Aboriginal Barrister has moved the admission of their Mother in Queensland.
22.01.2022 This morning was Justice and the Law (JATL) Annual Professional Breakfast and the launch of Pandoras Box Journal for 2018 with a wonderful talk by special gues...t speaker Judge Nathan Jarro of the Queensland District Court. L-R: Bruce Dulley, Judge Nathan Jarro (Queensland District Court) Dylan Kerr, Julius Moller (Pandoras Box Editor), Molly Thomas (Pandoras Box Editor), Daniel Barker (JATL), Rubaina Sehgal (JATL) See more
21.01.2022 The first Queensland Sentencing Guide has been released by the Queensland Sentencing Advisory Council.
20.01.2022 The Qld Human Rights Commission (QHRC) in partnership with the Queensland Lawyers Association of Queensland (ILAQ) is hosting a Q&A about their new Indigenous Law Graduate Program. With the introduction of the Human Rights Act in 2019, the Queensland Human Rights Commission (formerly known as the Anti-Discrimination Commission Queensland) is at the start of a new and exciting phase for human rights protections in Queensland. Come along and hear from the Commissioner, Scott Mc...Dougall, Deputy Commissioner, Neroli Holmes and the Co-ordinator of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander unit, Jodie Luck. They will tell you more about the organisation, what it's like to work there, and some of the work that the law graduate will be involved in. The information session will be held at 3:30pm on Wednesday, 30 September 2020. To attend, please register to attend the zoom session on the link below.
20.01.2022 ITS TIME! Its time to apply or renew your membership with ILAQ. Its easy, just complete the membership form on our website, in the link below, and send your application to [email protected].
20.01.2022 Congratulations Jordan!
19.01.2022 The Indigenous Lawyers Association of Queensland Inc. stands in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. We stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in the United States, Indigenous people and People of Colour around the world, but we are also grieving for the suffering of our own people from the impact of racism on our lives as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We call on the Queensland Legal Profession and Universities who educate future generation...s of legal practitioners, to stand in solidarity with us to create the necessary change that is needed to remove entrenched racism and inequity for First Nations people in the legal system. The work of the Lowitja Institute, the national institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research shows that there are very few Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who wouldnt have suffered racism. The research found that there is a growing body of evidence showing that racism is detrimental to the mental health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and causes life-long harm. As leaders, the legal profession needs to create effective change mechanisms beyond its current framework. We acknowledge the Queensland Law Society and the Bar Association of Queensland work towards reconciliation, however ILAQ believes that more could be done to ensure the long lasting change that is needed to create equity as well as equality for First Nations practitioners. ILAQ calls on the Queensland Law Society and the Bar Association of Queensland to implement compulsory cultural competency training and assessment in order to satisfy eligibility requirements for obtaining practising certificates, as a baseline standard. ILAQ also calls on the Queensland Government to implement the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.
19.01.2022 Applications for Bond Universitys Indigenous Scholarships (including law!) are now open.
18.01.2022 When we stand together, we create change.
18.01.2022 JOB VACANCY Legal Aid Queensland is currently advertising multiple Identified Family Lawyer roles in the Brisbane office. Be sure to apply before Friday, 13 November 2020. Click on the link for further details. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2431147387190200
17.01.2022 There are three positions currently advertised at Legal Aid Queensland.
17.01.2022 We are so excited to be here at the Federal Court of Australia in Brisbane where the 4th Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Law Students Moot is being held! This is the stunning trophy from Aboriginal Steel Art. Teams from South East QLD universities participated in rounds this morning demonstrating exceptional skill and advocacy. This evening students from Bond University and the University of Queensland will compete in the final round. Well done to all!
17.01.2022 The Queensland Human Rights Commission has launched its Indigenous Graduate Program with positions in Brisbane, Rockhampton and Townsville. Applications close on 3 April 2020.
17.01.2022 JOB: Gradtuate The Queensland Human Rights Commission has opened applications for 3 graduate positions with positions based in Brisbane, Rockhampton or Townsville. The Brisbane position is open to law graduates and the two regional roles are open to graduates from any discipline. ... These roles provide a unique opportunity to shape how Queensland recognises and preserves human rights. Applications close on 9 October 2020.
16.01.2022 Dont forget that entries for the National Indigenous Law Awards 2018 close at midday today.
15.01.2022 Congratulations to Tony McAvoy SC on receiving the QUT 2018 Alumnus of the Year and 2018 Faculty of Law Outstanding Alumni Award Winner.
15.01.2022 Sovereign Laws, Peoples and Voices. The National Indigenous Legal Conference 2018 will be held at the The University of Western Australia on 25 to 26 September 2018. The conference will be brought by the School of Indigenous Studies - Shenton House in partnership with UWA Law School, Notre Dame Law School and the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia.
15.01.2022 The QIFVLS is currently advertising vacancies for various solicitor roles.
14.01.2022 Congratulations to Robyn Lui on her recent admission.
13.01.2022 JOB OPPORTUNITY Gilshenan and Lutton are currently looking for a Summer Clerk. If you are interested, be sure to apply by Friday, 6 November 2020. https://www.gnl.com.au/about/summer-clerkships/
13.01.2022 Congratulations to ILAQ Executive Member, Candice Hughes of YFS who has been shortlisted for Indigenous Lawyer of Year alongside Thelma Schwartz of Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service. See the link for the full list of finalists.
13.01.2022 Join Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples for an exciting and free event on 1 September 2020 between 11am and 12pm AEST. The speakers list will include Dr Beverly Jacobs, Mohawk Nation of the Haundenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, Bear Clan, who has made remarkable strides in advocating for Indigenous peoples, especially Indigenous women regarding the murder and missing women in Canada. Deborah Sanchez, Chumas, Native American Indian, who has been a judge with the Los Angeles Superior Court for 13 years and was an attorney for nearly 20 years. It will also include Indigenous solicitor Joshua Creamer who is a Kalkadoon/Wannyi man from Australia specialising in human rights class actions.
11.01.2022 Linda Renouf, Queensland Indigenous lawyer, will be presenting this seminar on her important research which examines the phenomena of Out Of Home Care (OOHC) experienced by Aboriginal young people and the importance they place on traditional culture, cultural responsibilities, maintaining connections with culture and Country. Held at QUT Gardens Point Campus on 15 October.
11.01.2022 Check out the latest issue of Proctor to read this fantastic article written by two of our Management Committee members, profiling outstanding Queensland First Nations women in the legal profession.
10.01.2022 The John Koowarta Reconciliation Law Scholarship is currently open for applications. The successful applicant will receive a scholarship to the value of $5,500 for the 2021 academic year, or, on a pro-rata basis an offer for periods of part-time study. Applications close on 8 September 2020
09.01.2022 The Queensland Sentencing Advisory Council is seeking members for their new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Panel. Expressions of interest are being sought from people that have a deep understanding of the criminal justice system, provide advice or advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and have an interest in improving sentencing outcomes and impacts on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Expressions of interest are open until 5pm on 15 August 2018.
09.01.2022 Congratulations to Lincoln Crowley on his appointment as Queens Counsel. Lincoln is the first Aboriginal man in Queensland to receive the appointment and is only the second nationally alongside Tony McAvoy.
09.01.2022 Congratulations to ILAQ President Avelina Tarrago on her appointment to the Bush Heritage Australia board.
09.01.2022 The Mental Health Review Tribunal is currently seeking applications for Legal, Medical and Community members. Applications close on 22 March 2019.
05.01.2022 Yesterday we said goodbye to past ILAQ Secretary and Torres Strait Islander Barrister, Susan Anne Hamilton. Susan effected change, through advocacy and the acquisition of knowledge, for the betterment of Australias first peoples. Most significant was her appearance in the High Court in the Akiba v Commonwealth, which saw commercial fishing rights recognised for the first time under the Native Title framework. Susan was also the first Torres Strait Islander to appear before ...the High Court as a Lawyer. This accomplishment is showcased at the National Museum of Australia. In 2005 Susan graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting and Finance and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. From 2005-2007 she was Associate to Justice DA Mullins of the Supreme Court of Queensland. Susans legal career flourished over the years with her most recent role being the CEO of the Aboriginal Family Legal Service Southern Queensland which is based at Roma. She also dedicated her time to a number of community organisations. Susan will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Susan Anne Hamilton 8/7/1958 - 30/12/2018
05.01.2022 Its a fantastic time to see our women at the private bar. Well done Melia Benn.
04.01.2022 Vale Lloyd McDermott, Australias first Indigenous Barrister.
03.01.2022 ILAQ would like to thank the students of the Aboriginal Centre for Performing Arts for their wonderful performance at this years Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students Moot Competition.
02.01.2022 This is not to be missed! Lead by Her Honour Magistrate Jacqui Payne, this panel features an exceptional line up of Indigenous women who will share their experiences as legal professionals. Come along along on Tuesday from 10:20am to QUT (Queensland University of Technology) Gardens Point Campus.
02.01.2022 Congratulations to ILAQ Executive Member, Candice Hughes, who won the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law - Indigenous Lawyer of the Year Award.
02.01.2022 Congratulations to Wiradjuri woman and ILAQ Secretary, Kristen Hodge on her admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland. Its a special occasion to see fellow Wiradjuri man, Ivan Ingram move Kristens admission.
01.01.2022 Congratulations Jasmine!
