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National reforms needed to address the domestic and family violence crisis

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National Legal Aid and Women’s Legal Services Australia have today released a joint statement outlining seven key priority national legal and policy reforms needed, to address the domestic and family violence crisis across Australia. Suggested reforms include establishing a national risk information sharing scheme; increasing service availability and supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander … Continued

Refugee Finds Freedom: Adelaide Doctor’s Journey to Jalsa Salana

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Dr. Munawar Rana is eagerly anticipating attending the Jalsa Salana this year in Sydney. Arriving in Australia as a refugee in 1999, Dr. Rana fled religious persecution in Pakistan. Now, in his silver jubilee year in Australia, Dr. Rana reflects on his journey and expresses gratitude for the freedoms that Australia has granted members of … Continued

Life-changing scholarships awarded to 220 high-school girls across Australia

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220 high-school girls from right across Australia have received life-changing scholarships as part of the Harding Miller Education Foundation’s Awards for 2024.   Harding Miller Scholarships are provided to female students who show high academic potential and who are currently experiencing low socioeconomic circumstances.   Award ceremonies have now been held in capital cities across … Continued

From University to Para Triathlete World champion – Anu Francis, Professional Para Triathlete, among the many Pinnacle Foundation program beneficiaries.

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The Pinnacle Foundation celebrates 15-year anniversary and 100+ annual scholarships, as 2025 applications open until 31 August.   Sydney/Melbourne, Australia, 4 July 2024 – The Pinnacle Foundation, Australian LGBTQIA+ education charity, is celebrating a dual milestone this year. The foundation has reached a remarkable achievement, awarding over 100 scholarships to deserving and eligible queer youth pursuing … Continued

Aphasia recovery professor scoops international award

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A La Trobe professor has been awarded the Robin Tavistock 2024 award for her important contribution to the field of aphasia, a significant communication disability following stroke and other brain injuries where people can have difficulty speaking, reading, writing, and understanding language and numbers. Professor Miranda Rose, Director of La Trobe’s Centre of Research Excellence … Continued