Queensland Law Society’s Indigenous support program LawLink has reached Toowoomba, gathering First Nations law students, legal practitioners and representatives at the city’s University of Southern Queensland’s (UniSQ) campus.
Last Thursday, students mixed with representatives from a range of legal and professional organisations, including the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Office of Family and Child Official Solicitor, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service, and Aboriginal Family Legal Services Queensland.
Representatives had the opportunity to engage directly with students in an informal environment, sharing insights into their organisations, work and careers.
Speakers reflected on their time in practice, the interesting and unusual ways they have learnt on the job, and what makes their work meaningful and important.
Students gained insights about regional practice and the importance of community and collegiality to a fulfilling career in the law.
Established in 2003 by the QLS Equity and Diversity Committee, LawLink connects First Nations law students with members of the legal profession.
The Toowoomba event was organised and supported by Mark Fenlon, Chair of the Regional, Rural and Remote Committee; Kirstie Smith, UniSQ lecturer and member of the QLS First Nations Consulting Committee; Ann-Maree David, Chair of the QLS Equity and Diversity Committee; and Professor Simon Young, UniSQ lecturer.
To be involved in future LawLink events, email cos@qls.com.au
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