Colloquium: "Freedom of Religion: Challenges and Possibilities" [CALL FOR PAPERS]

CALL FOR PAPERS

FREEDOM OF RELIGION: CHALLENGES AND POSSIBILITIES

The proper scope of religious freedom continues to be an issue that vexes lawmakers, the public, and faith communities around the world.  Is there too much or too little room for the free practice of religion?  How should freedom of religion be balanced against other rights?  Is the law keeping up with changes in society?

Against the backdrop of controversies like same-sex marriage, the Ruddock Report, and the high-profile religious discrimination claim of Israel Folau, an opportunity arises to re-evaluate the fundamental right of religious freedom in Australian and beyond.

The Colloquium

The USQ School of Law and Justice together with the Law, Religion, and Heritage Research Program Team are hosting a scholarly colloquium on the scope, value, and status of religious freedom in Australia and beyond.

Date:  22 November 2019

Venue: USQ Toowoomba Campus, Q501/2

Invitation

Academics and students from any discipline are invited to present their scholarly research on the colloquium's theme.  Contributors should expect to present for about 20 minutes with time for questions afterwards.

Queries

RSVP to Dr Jeremy Patrick with a title and 100-word precis via e-mail to jeremy.patrick@usq.edu.au by 31 August 2019.