Louise Buckingham

CEO

Arts Law Centre of Australia

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Her story

Louise is the CEO at Arts Law Centre of Australia.

Without mentioning your job title, how would you describe what it is you do now (whether at home, work, in the community, etc.)?

Ensure Australian artists and arts organisations (full gamut of artistic expression) receive excellent legal advice and can access useful information and resources to ensure that they understand their rights; advocate for artists' rights; recognise the special place of First Nations artists and organisations across Australia.

What are the first three words you think of when you hear the word ‘diversity’?

Positivity, inclusion, joy.

What do you think it will take to develop truly diverse thinking within the legal industry?

More representation in positions of influence and power.

What was your main driver to enter the legal industry?

Desire to participate in the justice system, and to just outcomes.

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