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In our latest Research Network, First Step Legal’s Lisa Ward joined us to examine the intersection between health and law in an integrated and people-centred service.
With events running across the state from 19– 25 May, Victorian Law Week is a time to learn what to do when the law meets your life, where to get help and find out more about the law.
VCE Legal Studies students met with leaders of the Victorian legal system in our most recent Metro Law Talk.
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Recent research publications
People with physical and mental health issues fare badly at law. Responding to the evidence through effective policy and practices could make a significant difference to many people.
The third volume reports on the links between legal need and legal capability. It investigates the impact and implications of legal capability on legal problem experience and resolution.
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A Victoria-wide survey to understand how people see, understand and engage with the law.
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Learn what to do and where to get help when life and the law meet.
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We teamed up with the Young Workers Centre to learn about the National Employment Standards.
Every election is the first chance for many young people and students to cast their vote. We've collected resources to help understand how voting works.
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Help the community to navigate civil legal issues and the Victorian justice system.
Funding for projects that help to better understand and support the legal needs and capabilities of Victorians.
Support to address community legal need or improve understanding of the justice system.
Featured case study
Peninsula Community Legal Centre created an online tool to guide support workers through the complex application process for women whose visa status is dependent on their partner to remain in Australia and leave the abusive relationship.
Victorian Law Week program is now live
Victorian Law Week is a time to understand what happens and where to get help, when the law intersects with life.