S2 Ep 1 - Working for Women’s Legal in Central Australia
Presented by lawyer Sophie Quinn, episode 1 introduces listeners to Sisters in Law, a community legal education podcast. Sophie outlines the work of the Central Australian Women’s Legal Service in conversation with her colleague and fellow CAWLS lawyer, Amber Russell. The history and development of…
S2 Ep 2 - Legal responses to Domestic and Family Violence
In this episode, CAWLS lawyers Sophie Quinn and Amber Russell delve into the legal framework relating to domestic and family violence in the Northern Territory. The hosts provide information about the legal definition of domestic violence and what protection a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can offe…
S2 Ep 3 - Domestic Violence Orders in the Northern Territory
CAWLS lawyers Sophie Quinn and Amber Russell pick up where they left off, and discuss the process for obtaining a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) in the Northern Territory. The episode provides information about Police DVOs, private applications and the court process. The consequences for failing to …
S2 Ep 4 - Identifying and responding to sexual assault
In this episode, CAWLS host Sophie Quinn interviews Christa Bartjen-Westermann, former Manager of the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) in Central Australia. Sophie and Christa (?) explore understandings of sexual assault, discuss the barriers to reporting sexual assault and introduce best prac…
S2 Ep 5 - Seeking shelter in Central Australia
CAWLS host Sophie Quinn interviews Tully McIntyre, former Community Engagement Manager at Women’s Safety Services of Central Australia. Sophie and Tully discuss the women’s shelter movement, crisis support available for women experiencing domestic and family violence in Central Australia and the im…
S2 Ep 6 - CAWLS in The Barkly Region
In this episode, CAWLS host Sophie Quinn interviews Julia Parkin, CAWLS Solicitor. Julia discusses her experience as the specialist domestic and family violence lawyer at the CAWLS office in Tennent Creek. She discusses the challenges women have accessing legal help in the Barkly region, the experi…
S2 Ep 7 - NPY Women's Council
In this episode, CAWLS host Sally Krutsch interviews Rachel Neary and Mel Bakewell from the Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Women’s Council. NPY Women’s Council operates a Domestic and Family Violence service providing case work, legal education, support and training. Tune in to learn …
S2 Ep 8 - Reflective Practice
In the final episode of the season, CAWLS lawyers Sally Krutsch and Sophie Quinn speak with their colleagues Grace McCaulay & Chloe Fragos about their roles and experiences working with women in Central Australia. This episode features music by local artists: 'Last Breath' by Sally Balfour ; 'Saul…
Sisters in Law LIVE : 27 - 10 - 2021
Sisters in Law LIVE : 27 - 10 - 2021 Hosted by lawyers from the Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS) in Mparntwe/ Alice Springs, Sisters in Law provides information about the law, women’s rights and access to justice. Broadcast Live on 8CCC 102.1FM + listen On Demand and subscribe to o…
Sisters in Law LIVE : 3 - 11 - 2021
Sisters in Law LIVE : 3 - 11 - 2021 Hosted by lawyers from the Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS) in Mparntwe/ Alice Springs, Sisters in Law provides information about the law, women’s rights and access to justice. Broadcast Live on 8CCC 102.1FM + listen On Demand and subscribe to ou…