A Just Society?
What access to justice means to twelve Australians
Victoria Law Foundation 184 pages 1999
ISBN 978 1 876045 08 1
RRP $19.95
A Just Society? is a collection of essays examining the meaning and
significance of the term 'access to justice'. It draws on the experiences
and views of 12 individuals, including representatives of disadvantaged
groups, people working within the legal system and 'independent' commentators.
Primarily designed as a plain-language educational resource for upper-secondary
and undergraduate tertiary students, A Just Society? is also a book
for anyone interested in the current state of the Australian justice
system. Contributors include: Chief Justice Alastair Nicholson; Justice
Tony Fitzgerald; Pat O'Shane, magistrate, author and social commentator;
Tim Anderson, sociologist and NSW Council for Civil Liberties; and others
committed to justice for all Australians.
Extensive teacher notes include over 100 questions, discussion and essay
topics for students.
The book links to topics in VCE Legal Studies courses such as tribunals,
court processes and procedures, legal aid and changing the law. Teachers
can download curriculum links and an updated list of useful internet
sites here.
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