Seeking Refuge in Australia: Contested Policies and Community Responses
Event Information
Description
Join Curtin University’s Centre for Human Rights Education for a public lecture with The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG and the launch of the Seeking Refuge WA crowdfunding campaign.
The lecture 
Former High Court of Australia judge, Michael Kirby, will explore the policy of detaining people seeking asylum who arrive to Australia by boat, and investigate when immigration detention becomes unlawful punishment.
The Honourable Michael Donald Kirby AC, CMG was Australia’s longest serving judge from 1975 to 2009. In addition to his judicial duties, he served on three university governing bodies and was Chancellor of Macquarie University in Sydney from 1984-1993. He also served on many national and international bodies, including being a current member of the High Commissioner for Human Rights’ Judicial Reference Group.
Crowdfunding campaign launch
Join Dr Caroline Fleay and guests for the launch of Seeking Refuge WA, a crowdfunding campaign for West Australians who want to help people in our communities who are seeking asylum. Every dollar raised by the campaign will support the provision of free legal assistance by The Humanitarian Group for people seeking asylum in WA. This assistance is essential to help people apply for a protection visa.
Event details
6.15pm Registration
6.30pm Lecture with Michael Kirby
7.30pm Crowdfunding campaign launch
8.00pm Light refreshments served
FAQs
What are my parking options for the event?
Free parking is available in carpark D3 (see Curtin campus map). Please enter via the Kent Street entrance.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Caroline Fleay at Curtin University on 08 9266 1678 or c.fleay@curtin.edu.au.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, you do not need to bring a printed ticket to the event. Please just let the people at the Registration Desk know when you arrive.
The Banner image is the SIEV X memorial in Canberra that remembers the 353 men, women and children who drowned on 20 October 2001 when their boat sank en route to Australia. All were seeking asylum. Image sourced from: http://www.sievxmemorial.com/
