The National Justice Project is very proud of the incredible women on our team who make up 80% of our staff. Our all-female, powerhouse of an Executive Team leads our organisation with absolute flair and diligence. On International Women’s Day 2024 , we have a very exciting announcement. Congratulations to our newly appointed Principal Solicitors, […]
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Content Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this story contains the image and name of a Kamilaroi/Dunghutti man who has passed away. The National Justice Project is gearing up for a major inquest into the death of Ricky “Dougie” Hampson, a proud Kamilaroi/Dunghutti father of eight children, who died in agony after
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Content Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this story contains the images and names of First Nations peoples who have passed away. The latest report from the Australian Government’s Productivity Commission shows that Aboriginal deaths in police custody have doubled since 2007, which human rights law firm the National Justice Project says shows
Content Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this story contains the image and name of a Dunghutti man who has passed away. We have news to share about an important case that so many of you have supported on the long road to justice. On 29 December 2015, David Dungay Jr, a
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This article by National Justice Project co-founders George Newhouse and Duncan Fine first appeared in the Guardian Australia on 5 December 2023. It’s depressing but totally predictable that the only time you ever hear about the workings of the criminal justice system is when conservative politicians and their boosters in the media complain about the
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Strategic LEgal Action Legal Action We take strategic legal action to secure truth, justice, and accountability for our clients. They are people who have suffered life-long harm from systemic discrimination in places like prisons, out-of-home care, policing, and hospitals. Our cases not only help secure justice for our clients, but change for the community. Above:
Fearlessly Fighting Injustice We take strategic legal action to create a fair and equitable society that is free from discrimination. WHAT WE FIGHT FOR Legal Action Learn more Advocacy Learn more Education Learn more Projects & innovation Learn more make a report Working to end discrimination We believe discrimination of any kind should be eradicated.
Calling For Change Our Advocacy We don’t just represent our clients in the courtroom – we advocate for their rights in parliaments, in the media, and in the community. Here’s how we achieve our vision for change. Above: Our General Manager, Naomi Lai, spoke out against the government’s abuse of refugee rights at the 2023
using our skills and expertise to secure real CHANGE Our team The National Justice Project is powered by an incredible team of social justice lawyers and advocates. They bring a diverse set of skills and experience to our work, and they share a commitment to our values. OUR CEO & coo Leading our team of
CREATING A wave of CHANGE. Our Impact We work to create enduring changes in systems like prisons, policing, healthcare, immigration detention, child protection, and youth detention. our IMPACT Reports Our 2024 Impact Report shows how you can make a real difference by supporting our work. Our achievements have been made possible only thanks to the
