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Dr Tim Soutphommasane wins NSW Premier's Literary Award
Dr Tim Soutphommasane has been awarded the prestigious NSW Premier's Literary Award (Community Relations Commission Award) for his book on multi-culturalism in Australia, Don't Go Back to Where You Came From.
Public Statement from Professor John Keane
The Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (IDHR) at the University of Sydney and representatives of His Holiness the Dalai Lama have agreed to host an on-campus lecture for students at the University of Sydney, in mid-June 2013. This will be the first engagement of the Dalai Lama during his Australian tour.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme
The University of Sydney Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme is now open. These Fellowships allow outstanding researchers within 1-6 years of the award of their PhD to undertake research in any Department or School at the University of Sydney.
Identities and Freedom: Feminist Theory Between Power and Connection
A new book by Associate Professor Allison Weir, published by Oxford University Press, 2013.
Berlin Summer School: Linking Theory and Empirical Research
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The 3rd Berlin Summer School in Social Sciences aims at promoting young researchers by strengthening their methodological understanding in linking theory and empirical research. The two weeks program also creates an excellent basis for the advancement of their current research designs.
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The rise of fact checking with Bill Adair, POLITIFACT[30 April 2013]
The moment of truth in politics is upon us, as Media@Sydney presents a fascinating lunchtime seminar on the growth of fact-checking projects with Bill Adair, creator and foundation editor of PolitiFact, and newly appointed Knight Professor of Journalism at Duke University.
Why Civil Disobedience[29 April 2013]
In an age in which financial disorders, violence and ecological crises are spinning out of control while politicians fail to act, citizens all around the world are increasingly turning to civil disobedience in an effort to achieve change. This is taking place against a backdrop in which governments are increasingly challenged by new technologies and political resistance, often provoking a severe response.
Public Statement from Professor John Keane[24 April 2013]
The Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (IDHR) at the University of Sydney and representatives of His Holiness the Dalai Lama have agreed to host an on-campus lecture for students at the University of Sydney, in mid-June 2013. This will be the first engagement of the Dalai Lama during his Australian tour.
Contributions of Migrant Domestic Workers to Sustainable Development[23 April 2013]
Report prepared for UN Women by Nicola Piper (A/Professor in Human Rights) and Sohoon Lee (PhD candidate, Sociology)
Job Opportunity - Administration Assistant [17 April 2013]
The Institute of Human Rights and Democracy (IDHR) is seeking to appoint an Administration Assistant to support the IDHR Director with an ARC-funded project within the newly established OnDemocracy research node.
A Day with Assange[4 April 2013]
ABC News 24 talks to Professor John Keane about Julian Assange’s bid for Senate. Professor Keane recently spent a day with Julian Assange at the Ecuadorian embassy in London.
Alumna Yang Chen: Saving the Children of Tibet[25 October 2012]
In the face of Tibet's politically sensitive climate, one Master of Human Rights and Democratisation (MHRD) alumna is now working to ensure future generations of Tibetan children have a more equitable future.