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Professor Kathy Laster is the Director of the Sir Zelman Cowen Centre at Victoria University, leading initiatives in law, cultural diversity, and justice system innovation. She holds a Professorial rank with expertise in criminology, legal history, and gender/multiculturalism in law. Her work focuses on improving access to justice and reforming penal systems. Previously, she held roles at Monash University and in public policy, including leadership in non-profits like the Victoria Law Foundation and AMES. She advocates for alternatives to imprisonment, such as electronic monitoring, and has published extensively on criminal justice policy.
- Education: LLB and MA (University of Melbourne), JSD (Columbia University)
- Key Roles: Director, Sir Zelman Cown Centre (2015–present); Executive Director, Victoria Law Foundation; CEO, Institute of Public Administration
Her research explores historical and contemporary legal challenges, emphasizing cultural diversity and governance. She is a vocal proponent of evidence-based reform to address prison overcrowding and systemic inequities.
