2025 Valerie Gordon Human Rights Lecture: Anne Orford

04.03.24 >> Anne Orford, Melbourne Laureate Professor and Michael D Kirby Chair of International Law at Melbourne Law School, delivered the 30th annual Valerie Gordon Human Rights Lecture. Her keynote, “The Role of Human Rights in Climate Activism,” explored how human rights frameworks can drive action and accountability in the fight against climate change.

Nifemi Awosika ’26 Co-chair, Black Law Students Association, Kemet Chapter

Professor Antoinette Coakley introduced the program.

David Hall, former president of the University of the Virgin Islands and former dean of Northeastern University School of Law delivered welcome remarks.

Anne Orford, Melbourne Laureate Professor and Michael D Kirby Chair of International Law, Melbourne Law School

Isaiah Kazunga ’26, Secretary, BLSA

Left to right: Ezekiel Hopkins ’26, Vice Chairperson, BLSA; Jalon Fowler ’25, Spirit of Valerie Gordon Essay Award Winner; and Isaiah Kazunga ’26, Secretary, BLSA