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Other Provider's Events and Services
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Meet the author - Bryan Horrigan
Professor Bryan Horrigan will be in conversation with James Edelman on Bryan's new book Corporate Social Responsibility in an Age of Existential Threats.
WHERE: Cinema, Lowitja O'Donoghue Cultural Centre, Acton, ACT, 2601
WHEN: 6: 00 - 7:00 pm, Wednesday, 6 August
COST: FREEMore information can be found here.
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An Evening in Conversation with Wendy McCarthy
The Women Lawyers Association of the ACT is delighted to invite you to An Evening in Conversation with Wendy McCarthy AC.
Wendy was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia in the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List for her eminent service to children and youth, to health, to the arts, to business, to the community, and to women's leadership.
In this limited ticket event, attendees will hear from Wendy about her journey from country schoolgirl to receiving the highest recognition in the country. She is an advocate, changemaker, teacher, leader, author, mother and grandmother and a great sharer of stories to inspire, including in her most recent book, Don’t Be Too Polite, Girls.
Wendy will join the WLA President, Annabel Griffin, in discussion about her journey, challenges, what’s inspired her, bravery, friendship and what’s next.
This is an event you won't want to miss.
Details are below:
Date: Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 5:45pm
Location: ACT Law Society, Level 1, 5 Constitution Ave
Ticket Price: $30 members | $50 non-membersTickets are available here.
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National Access to Justice and Pro Bono conference
The 9th National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference provides a national forum to discuss the latest perspectives and ideas on access to justice and pro bono matters to support society’s most vulnerable.
The conference attracts delegates from across Australia, including legal professionals, judges, government law officers, academics and students. It is a unique opportunity to join your fellow colleagues from the access to justice sector, private practitioners and pro bono lawyers, including representatives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services, Community Legal Centres, Legal Aid Commissions and Family Violence Prevention Legal Services.
The two-day program has been designed by leaders of the sector to explore the various challenges and opportunities associated with enhancing access to legal services and pro bono work. There will be a focus on the future of legal services, self and collective care of professionals and clients, and practical sessions to share knowledge and best practice with your peers.
Date: 29-31 October
Location: Grand Hyatt Melbourne
RSVP: 2 October (early bird pricing ) 24 October (registrations close)
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The BLS Report - Law Council of Australia
The BLS Report is a series of podcasts created by the Business Law Section, covering topics of interest arising in our fields or practice. This series is in commemoration of the late Professor Robert (‘Bob’) Baxt.
