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In our sixth episode, we are joined by Mariam Veiszadeh, an award-winning human rights champion, lawyer, diversity & inclusion practitioner, contributing author and social commentator.
From starting the Islamophobia Register to her work with Media Diversity Australia, Mariam continues to leverage her lived experience to amplify the voices of diverse women advocates, improve diverse representation in the media and champion the rights of asylum seekers and refugees.
Tune in to hear about the evolution of Mariam’s advocacy influenced by her intersecting identities, her choice to pursue a career in law and how she has overcome various challenges experienced by diverse women who publicly advocate for change.
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains discussions about mental health challenges, including topics such as dealing with high levels of stress. Listener discretion is advised, and please prioritise your well-being while listening.
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In our fifth episode, we sit down with the incredible Sharyn Hall SC and the Honourable Justice Rachel Pepper. Through conversation, both Sharyn and her Honour discuss how to navigate the legal profession and the Bar as women who identify as part of the LGBTQI+ community. They both share their nuanced and varied experiences, and shed some light on how to navigate a career in courtroom advocacy. If you are interested in working at the Bar, or would like to hear some insightful words of wisdom from two inspiring industry leaders, this episode is an absolute must-listen!
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In our fourth episode, we sit down with Karla - a Kamilaroi woman who grew up in Tamworth and now works as a graduate at leading law firm Gilbert + Tobin. We get a glimpse into what it has been like for a young, Indigenous woman to navigate studying law in a new city and working at a large law firm. Through Karla's story, we learn the importance of "backing yourself", especially in situations which may initially seem impossible. This episode isn't one to miss!
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In our third episode, we sit down with Tu Le, a lawyer and advocate, who has recently been named the 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian of 2022. In this conversation, Tu provides incredible insights into the world of law and politics, sharing her experiences as a lawyer in the community legal sector and advocating for people from a range of diverse backgrounds. If you're interested in social justice and community politics, don't miss this episode!
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Our second episode features a candid conversation with Gabrielle Bashir SC, President of the Bar Association of NSW. Tune in for her insights on a career in advocacy, the shift towards gender equity and inclusion at the Bar and why diverse representation at the Bar is of critical importance. If you are contemplating a career as a barrister, this one’s for you!
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Our first special guest Amani Haydar is a lawyer, advocate, artist and Executive Board Member of Bankstown Women’s Health Centre. She has published ‘The Mother Wound’, a raw account of her mother’s life and family tragedy, and has been named New Writer of Year in 2022.
In this conversation, we hear about her personal experiences as a lawyer, the challenges of seeking justice in an adversarial system, combating unconscious biases and the process of healing through art. Amani also helps us to break down the small, yet important steps we can take to overcome challenges by channeling our inner strength and diverse experiences.
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