OPBP launches 2012 Internship Programme

OPBP is pleased to announce that applications for the 2012 Internship Programme are open. [more…]

OPBP tenders submissions to the Attorney-General of Australia regarding Equality Law Reform

On the 22nd of September 2011, the Attorney-General’s Department of Australia launched a public discussion paper inviting community views on the proposed consolidation of Australia’s anti-discrimination legislation. [more…]

OPBP hosts Lunch in celebration of National Pro Bono Week 2011

November 7th - 11th marked the 10th annual celebration of National Pro Bono Week in the UK. [more…]

Oxford Pro Bono Publico (OPBP) produces Comparative Report on use of Secret Evidence for the Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR)

On 19 October 2011 the Government published a Green Paper, entitled Justice and Security, which proposes reforms to the way secret evidence is used in judicial proceedings. [more…]

Applications Open for OPBP Executive Committee 2011-12

Oxford Pro Bono Publico is seeking applications for the following positions on its Executive Committee for 2011-2012:

1. Chairperson
2. Deputy Chairperson
3. Communications Officer
4. Treasurer
5. Events Officer

In addition to the above specific roles, members of the Executive Committee will take responsibility for coordinating pro bono projects in the upcoming year and for overseeing the OPBP internship programme. [more…]

OPBP and OLA Social Event

A strong turnout from enthusiastic and committed student volunteers, and encouraging words from the Dean of the Law Faculty, Hon. Justice Kate O’Regan and Professor Sandra Fredman marked the Annual Social Event jointly held by Oxford Pro Bono Publico (OPBP) and Oxford Legal Assistance (OLA) on 18th May, 2011, at the Rector’s Lodgings, Exeter College. [more…]

OPBP Internship Fund Recipients Announced!

The Oxford Pro Bono Publico (OPBP) Executive Committee is delighted to announce the recipients of its 2011 Internship Fund Awards. [more…]

OPBP and OLA Social Event - New Time & Guest Speaker

Oxford Pro Bono Publico (OPBP) and Oxford Legal Assistance (OLA) would like to cordially invite you to our Annual Social Event on Wednesday, May 18th, from 6:30 - 8:30PM. [more…]

A Comparative Survey of Procedures for Public Participation in the Lawmaking Process

Oxford Pro Bono Publico (OPBP) has prepared a report for the National Campaign for People's Right to Information (India) surveying pre-legislative and legislative processes in South Africa, Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, the United States of America and the European Union, with a focus on participatory mechanisms. [more…]

OPBP launches Internship Programme

Oxford Pro Bono Publico is excited to announce a new Internship Programme for post-graduate law students studying at the University of Oxford. [more…]