DIVERSITY, CULTURE & WELLBEING

QUTLS’ Diversity, Culture and Wellbeing portfolio is committed to giving each law student at QUT an equal and fair opportunity to succeed, whilst celebrating our differences and seeking to understand them. We are aspiring to create a positive difference in the wellbeing of law students, whilst celebrating our diverse cultures and backgrounds. The aim for our portfolio is to improve inclusivity within the Law School while drawing attention to gaps within the Law Society, university and wider legal community.

WHAT DOES 2023 HAVE IN STORE?

Our focus for 2023 is expanding on our pre-existing initiatives. We will be further addressing and raising awareness around financial equity, disability support, culture and diversity, issues faced by LGBTIQA+ students, external students, international students and First Nations peoples.

The QUT Law Society is committing to expanding upon our young portfolio with the addition of new officers. These new roles will help us better represent all law students and bridge gaps within the legal industry. We hope that these new officers will offer fresh insight and strengthen collaboration across the entire Law Society.

This year the Diversity, Culture and Wellbeing Portfolio are hosting four major events which will include the: Women in Law Breakfast, First Nations Breakfast and LGBTIQA+. All of these events pose great opportunities for you to connect with local firms whilst showing your solidarity with the members of these communities.

Women In Law Breakfast

The Women in Law Breakfast celebrates the incredible achievements of women within the legal profession. With over 60% of our graduates being female this is an excellent opportunity to show your enthusiasm for equality within the profession. With a history of influential speakers and high attendance rates from fellow students and professionals, the Women in Law Breakfast is one not to be missed.

build friendships with people who are experiencing many of the same struggles and fears.

First Year Pizza Party

The First Year Pizza Party is an informal social event for first-year law students to meet their peers, first-year professors, and members of the QUTLS. This event is an excellent way for first-year students to ease their transition to university life. The First Year Pizza Party is the perfect opportunity to build friendships with people who are experiencing many of the same struggles and fears.