We understand the value of building strong partnerships with the communities that surround us. We are dedicated to sharing our expertise and supporting social justice causes.
Our research is closely aligned to current political issues and is aimed at informing public debate. We strive to bring about meaningful change and development to the laws that affect our society.
Some of the ways we are working with our communities include:
At the Sydney Law School, our students are engaged in a range of social justice law reform activities. These include:
Find out more about our student social justice activities.
Our academic staff and students can visit schools to:
We are actively involved with the Widening Participation and Outreach program, an initiative that seeks to address the under-representation of students from low socio-economic backgrounds, rural communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
The Wingara Mura – Bunga Barrabugu strategy outlines our commitment to creating higher education and leadership opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We are involved in the summer and winter programs that give high school students the opportunity to visit the University to learn more about their career and study options in law.