News and Events

Associate Professor Ronli Sifris has been appointed Director of the Castan Centre for Human Rights Law, bringing an internationally recognised research profile and leadership experience to guide the Centre’s next chapter.

Join the Deakin Centre for Law as Protection and the Castan Centre for Human Rights Law for a timely and thought-provoking event exploring the growing influence of academic research in Australian court proceedings.

Castan Centre Director Professor Melissa Castan has been congratulated as part of the first cohort to be conferred the title of Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor.

We are excited to welcome a group of outstanding new academics whose expertise will enrich the Castan Centre’s research, teaching, and public engagement across a diverse range of human rights and social justice issues.

The Castan Centre hosted a powerful discussion with Associate Professor Senthorun Raj on how emotions shape LGBT law reform. Professor Paula Gerber highlighted Raj’s insights on emotional grammar, identity, education, and human rights advocacy.

Castan Centre member Professor Paula Gerber was a finalist for the 2026 Sally Webster Ally Award, one of Australia's most prestigious honours for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion.

Monash Arts and Monash Law invites proposals for the 2026 Law and Politics of Migration in Australia conference.

The Castan Centre is honoured to welcome Commissioner Sue‑Anne Hunter as keynote speaker for the 2026 Castan Centre Conference.

The significant harm that this ban will cause will be disproportionally felt by already marginalised, vulnerable youth, including LGBTIQA+ young people.