December 17, 2020
Human Rights are a fundamental part of a just society: Federation response to Ombudsman lockdown report
The Victorian Ombudsman’s findings into the lockdown of the Flemington and North Melbourne public towers is an important reminder of the vital role of human rights, respect and community engagement in any emergency response, Federation of Community Legal Centres CEO Serina McDuff said today.
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December 16, 2020
Attorney-General departure a sad loss to justice system
The Federation of Community Legal Centres is deeply saddened to hear of the resignation of Attorney General Jill Hennessy from her Ministerial responsibilities.
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December 15, 2020
Legal sector funding will lead to safer outcomes for victim-survivors of family violence
Victim-survivors of family violence will be better supported and protected from future harm under today’s State Government funding announcement for the legal assistance sector, Federation of Community Legal Centres CEO Serina McDuff said.
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December 10, 2020
Federation applauds Conversion Practices Bill
Victoria needs to support and celebrate those in the community who identify as LGBTIQ+, and pass legislation that bans harmful conversion practices, Federation of Community Legal Centres CEO Ms Serina McDuff has urged.
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December 08, 2020
Abolishing public drunkenness laws a welcome step
The Federation of Community Legal Centres welcomes the State Government’s decision to put health and welfare first as it moves ahead to decriminalise public drunkenness.
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