Join us for the inaugural ALWU Conference, a half-day event in Te Whanganui-a-Tara where we will hear from leading members of the profession about issues facing legal workers and the communities we serve.

The conference will feature a keynote address from Sandra Grey, President of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions, followed by a panel discussion with Wendy Aldred KC, Dhilum Nightingale, and Asher Emanuel. Together, they will explore the structures of our legal profession and how they help, or hinder, our ability to deliver justice.

The afternoon will conclude with the ALWU Annual General Meeting, followed by a chance to connect over drinks.

CPD hours: 2

Schedule:

1.30pm: Doors open

2.00–2.15pm: Co-presidents' welcome

2.15–3.15pm: Keynote address – Sandra Grey

3.15–3.45pm: Afternoon tea

3.45pm–4.45pm: Panel discussion – Wendy Aldred KC, Dhilum Nightingale and Asher Emanuel

4.45–5.00pm: Break

5.00–6.00pm: ALWU Annual General Meeting

6.00pm: Drinks at Southern Cross

Tickets:

Student/unwaged: $25

Waged (ALWU member): $50

Waged (non-ALWU member): $60

Senior member of profession: $100

Booking fees apply.

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