Victorian Anti-Democratic Laws, Racism, and Indigenous Education

Monday, 30 July 2018 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Marisa interviewed Melanie Poole, Director of Engagement at the Federation of Community Legal Centres about some chilling anti-democratic laws rushed through by the Andrews Government without consultation. The proposed laws were discussed, with particular emphasis on police power to issue anti-association notices to children as young as 14. The Human Rights Law Centre's media release was also discussed.
 
Peter spoke with Beth from Melbourne Educators for Social and Environmental Justice or "Mesej" Pronounced Message and talked about some events coming up about Indigenous education and incarceration, focusing on a  pannel discussion in August.

Marisa interviewed Anthony Kelly, Chief Executive Officer from Flemington, Kensington Community Legal Centre about so-called African gangs, demonisation and racial profiling in the criminal justice system, with particular emphasis on historical context and the recent anti-democratic laws.   

Doin Time 4-5pm Mondays
Monday 4:00pm to 5:00pm
An open forum, presenting information and discussion around issues faced by prisoners in the criminal justice system and migration detention centres.

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Marisa

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