In just two months RLC received over $40,000 in private donations, plus some extra from private foundations. It has managed to save its Employment and Discrimination services. A donation of $82,000 from UNSW Law in addition to public donations has helped save its Policing Practice.
“This has been an amazing response,” said Joanna Shulman, CEO. “Our services are vital for ensuring that vulnerable people have access to the help they need.
“Our Discrimination and Employment services are run by just one solicitor, who supervises many volunteers and a pro-bono partnership. This shows just how much we can accomplish with minimal financial support.”
Unfortunately, the centre has not been able to preserve all of its services. RLC will not be able to continue its award-winning International Students’ service beyond September 2015. “We are currently applying for funding and are hopeful that we will be able to offer services to international students in the future,” Ms Shulman said.
“RLC is extremely saddened by the loss of our valued International Students’ solicitor and a statewide service that has provided much needed assistance to a vulnerable group, often overlooked.”
Ms Shulman concluded: “We are proud to be able to continue our work creating access to justice.”
