Outside the John Maddison Tower Court HouseGreg KilleenGamarada in actionStreet Care group photoLaunching the class action on behalf of young people unlawfully detainedJulie Haraksin and teamPeter Dodd with Holcroft familyPractising in the Public Interest, July 2011Peter Dodd with Holcroft familyLaw students at PIAC's Social Justice summer courseLaw students at PIAC's Social Justice summer course.Justin Penafiel, Jeremy Rea, Martha Ware outside the Downing CentreSocial Justice Summer School student, Chris PearcePIAC staffers Carolyn Hodge and Chris HartleyJulie Haraksin and friends
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The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) is an independent, non-profit law and policy organisation that works for a fair, just and democratic society, empowering citizens, consumers and communities by taking strategic action on public interest issues.

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  • 23 May 2012
    Two solicitors wanted for PIAC
    PIAC is seeking two solicitors: one to work with its Indigenous Justice Program and the other to work as PIAC’s Senior Solicitor, Strategic Litigation.
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  • 22 May 2012
    A short step to becoming homeless
    Mary, a Street Care member and a single mother, tells ABC Newcastle’s Aaron Kearney about her very short journey to becoming homeless.
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  • 16 May 2012
    'You leave no stone unturned': HPLS says thanks
    The Homeless Persons’ Legal Service (HPLS) took the opportunity last night to thank its many partners, including the hundreds of lawyers who provide free advice on everything from unpaid fines and debts through to help with victims compensation applications.
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