Julian Burnside awarded Sydney Peace Prize

Australian barrister, human rights advocate and author Julian Burnside has been selected to receive the 2014 Sydney Peace Prize.

Julian Burnside awarded Sydney Peace PrizeJulian Burnside awarded Sydney Peace Prize

Julian Burnside awarded Sydney Peace Prize

Australian barrister, human rights advocate and author, Julian Burnside has been selected to receive the 2014 Sydney Peace Prize.

 

He's long championed the cause of asylum seekers and is highly critical of the Abbott government's policies on border protection.

 

The prize jury describes him as a brave and principaled advocate.

 

He is speaking to Marcus Reubenstein.

 

(Click on the audio tab above to hear the full interview)






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