The Queensland Parliament Legal Affairs and Community Safety committee published its report on the inquiry into the Human Rights Bill yesterday and recommended that the Bill be passed. We hope that will happen in the coming months. Caxton Legal Centre's submission was quoted a number of times. The report is available at the link below. … Continue reading Human Rights inquiry recommends Bill be passed
As the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety kicks off Caxton Legal Centre watches closely with the hope that real change will be affected through the process. A case study from Caxton’s Seniors Legal and Support Service (SLASS) below highlights some of the specific vulnerabilities faced by older people who depend on services … Continue reading Margaret’s resilience following sexual assault
Ros Williams in action at an evening advice session Caxton Legal Centre Senior Lawyer Ros Williams has been nominated for an Impact 25 Award. The Impact 25 Awards are a well-established accolade that recognise the 25 most influential people in the Australian social sector as nominated and voted for by their peers. Ros Williams has been with … Continue reading Award nomination for Caxton Senior Lawyer
2018 has been another huge year for Caxton Legal Centre - we've witnessed the introduction of a Human Rights Bill in Queensland, used drama to educate at the 2018 National Elder Abuse Conference and welcomed new faces to some of the key positions in our organisation. As the year ends Caxton staff and management committee wish … Continue reading Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Caxton Legal Centre
Caxton Legal Centre has welcomed a new Chief Executive Officer, Peter Lyons. Peter brings extensive experience in community, government and the private sector to the role. “I am excited to take on the position of Chief Executive Officer with Caxton Legal Centre at this transformative time in Queensland,” he said. “Caxton has played a vital … Continue reading New Chief Executive Officer for Caxton Legal Centre
Caxton Legal Centre recently made a submission to the Queensland Parliament Legal Affairs and Community Safety Committee on the Anti-Discrimination (Right to Use Gender-Specific Language) Amendment Bill 2018. The submission reads: Caxton routinely provides advice and representation to complainants and respondents in matters that fall under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. In the 2017/18 financial year … Continue reading Submission to the Anti-Discrimination (Right to Use Gender-Specific Language) Amendment Bill 2018 Inquiry
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) is a new peak body tasked with supporting national coordination and advocacy on issues related to the prevention of elder abuse. Caxton Legal Centre played a key role in establishing EAAA throughout 2017 and 18. A survey is currently open seeking the views of those working in the elder abuse … Continue reading Survey for Elder Abuse Service Providers
Caxton Legal Centre strongly supports the Human Rights Bill which was introduced into Queensland Parliament today. “We congratulate the Government on introducing this important reform. The Bill is modelled on the Victorian Charter of Human Rights but has significant improvements including a complaints process,” said Dan Rogers, Secretary of Caxton Legal Centre. “A Human Rights … Continue reading Caxton Legal Centre applauds Human Rights Bill
Caxton Legal Centre’s Coronial Assistance Legal Service has provided assistance to over 59 families since its commencement twelve months ago. The service has acted in two inquests so far this year with three more inquests set down for later in the year. Lawyers from the service have recently been invited to speak to officers in … Continue reading Coronial Assistance Legal Service celebrates first twelve months of operation
This month our lovely volunteer Amy celebrates 10 years of volunteering at Caxton Legal Centre. Amy (centre), here with staff member Phylli and fellow volunteer Stephanie, is a family lawyer who has assisted countless people experiencing the stress of family law proceedings as a volunteer lawyer at Caxton’s evening advice sessions. There is an enormous … Continue reading Volunteer celebrates 10 years with Caxton
