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SUMMARY:For Future Reference: Jennifer Robinson on Courage
DESCRIPTION:What does courage mean in an increasingly complex and uncertain world?   \nAt State Library Victoria’s 2026 For Future Reference lecture\, Jennifer Robinson\, one of the most respected human rights lawyers and advocates of our time\, will consider this question through the lens of her extraordinary career.  \nAs the recipient of the 2026 Sydney Peace Prize\, Jennifer’s landmark work includes securing the release of Julian Assange\, achieving political asylum for West Papuan leader Benny Wenda\, representing Amber Heard in Johnny Depp’s unsuccessful defamation claim\, and taking climate change to the International Court of Justice.  \nIn this special lecture\, Jennifer will reflect on the nature of courage – what it looks and feels like for herself and the clients she represents\, as well as what courage means for cultural institutions that care for and preserve collections for future generations.   \nThe barrister\, author and keynote speaker will also explore whether the notion of courage has taken on new meaning in an era increasingly beset by conflict and crisis.  \nEndowed by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust\, this lecture follows the 2026 Sundance Film Festival premiere and subsequent Melbourne International Film Festival screenings of Silenced\, a new documentary featuring Jennifer that exposes gender-based violence and the ways defamation laws have been weaponised to silence survivors.   \nThere will be an opportunity to view rare books acquired through the Library’s Women Writers Fund initiative prior to the event.  \nThis event will be livestreamed. Auslan interpretation is available upon request.   \nDoors will open from 6.30pm. Drinks will be available to purchase on the night.  \nCopies of Jennifer’s book\, How Many More Women?\, will be available to purchase from Readings booksellers at the event.  \nBook your tickets now.  \n  \nAbout Jennifer Robinson \nJennifer Robinson is one of the world’s leading human rights lawyers and advocates. A barrister at Doughty Street Chambers in London\, she has acted in key international law\, human rights and media freedom cases in domestic and international courts. Her diverse and groundbreaking work includes: defending WikiLeaks and Julian Assange and securing his release; acting for Amber Heard in relation to Johnny Depp’s unsuccessful defamation claim in the UK; achieving political asylum for West Papuan leader Benny Wenda; and taking climate change to the world’s highest court\, the International Court of Justice. Beyond the courts\, Jennifer is an author (How Many More Women with Dr Keio Yoshida)\, a sought-after keynote speaker\, and executive producer and consultant for television and film.   \n  \nAbout the For Future Reference lecture series \nEndowed by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust\, For Future Reference is an annual lecture series that shines a light on women’s influence on society via the mediums of literature\, storytelling and authorship\, both historically and into the future\, with a focus on the future archives to be held in the State Collection.  \nThis series is supported by the Library’s Women Writers Fund\, which seeks to redress the historical gender imbalance in the State Collection by acquiring works by under-represented women writers\, artists and thinkers. 
URL:https://cityofliterature.com.au/event/for-future-reference-jennifer-robinson-on-courage/
LOCATION:Conversation Quarter\, State Library Victoria\, 328 Swanston St\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Libraries,Writers
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SUMMARY:170 Years of State Library Victoria: Full-day Symposium
DESCRIPTION:170 years ago\, on 11 February 1856\, State Library Victoria opened its doors to the public\, designed to lead a new cultural era. With Sir Redmond Barry as President of the Trustees and Augustus Tulk as Chief Librarian\, the Library grew its selection of books from around the globe aspiring to replicate the great libraries of Europe. Open to all\, it was conceived as an emporium of knowledge for all\, regardless of class or status.    \nOver the centuries the Library has evolved to be one of the most visited libraries in the world with a collection of more than 4.5 million items. It offers an extraordinary range of services for Victorians and other researchers around the globe.  \nIn this Symposium you will hear experts talk about the Library’s history\, its architecture and collections. You will hear stories of the people who have contributed to creating an internationally recognised powerhouse of knowledge and engagement with the community.  \nThroughout the day\, you’ll also hear from leading minds on the evolution of the State Library\, its vision and role from colony to an institution supporting research\, communities and digital futures. Learn about the design of the Library\, and some of the challenges in creating a world class institution and the treasures unearthed from the vaults.   \nClick here to view the full Symposium agenda. \nBook your tickets now.  \n  \nAuslan interpretation is available on request.     \nPlease note: catering will be provided for morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea. 
URL:https://cityofliterature.com.au/event/170-years-of-state-library-victoria-full-day-symposium/
LOCATION:Conversation Quarter\, State Library Victoria\, 328 Swanston St\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Libraries
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