Research Network
Binging together decision makers, practitioners and academics to share evidence and build a shared understanding.
Connecting research with policy and practice
The Research Network connects the justice, community and academic sectors to enable knowledge sharing and encourage collaboration among those working on legal research and evaluation related to access to justice issues.
We do this by holding events throughout the year showcasing exciting international and domestic access to justice and legal need developments. Learn about these developments and meet and connect with colleagues working in this space.
Upcoming events
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Join us to explore what legal dosage is, and why getting it right matters for people, services, and the sector.
Get invites to upcoming events
Past events
Catch up on recording and resources from previous events.
Join us to discuss the critical links between housing insecurity and legal need.
Where are we at? Where are we going? Let's take stock of access to civil justice.
Insights on the intersection between health and law in an integrated and people-centred service.
Continuing the conversation from the International Access to Justice Forum
Latest event news
Two creative programs show how games can make the law accessible and engaging for all Victorians.
Hear from leading access to justice scholar Professor Emily Taylor Poppe, in discussion with VLF’s Hugh McDonald and Lynne Haultain, on where access to justice is headed and needs to be.
And that’s a close to Victorian Law Week 2025! After more than 100 events across metropolitan and regional Victoria, thousands of people had the opportunity to learn what to do and where to get help when life and the law meet.
The Price is Wrong! Gouging, Shrinkflation and Consumer Law
Join us for the 2026 Law and You Forum exploring consumer rights. Get practical tips, real insights, and the confidence to tackle consumer legal problems.