I have already recommended the course to a couple of people. I enjoyed the breadth and depth of the course; I now have words and terms for concepts and ideas of which I only had a vague notion before taking the course.
Michelle is such a knowledgeable and generous teacher, and I also greatly enjoyed the fantastic guest speakers.
Thank you!
- Katja
Introduction to Earth Laws course
This is brilliant everyone. Ask questions and receive answers which improve your understanding and knowledge about Earth Centre awareness.
We have to, en masse improve our treatment of our environment. Otherwise our beautiful planet cannot sustain us, as we are part of this amazing home. Floating in space, perfectly balanced to give us and nature and animals etc, an opportunity to enjoy life and thrive.
- Bodil
Introduction to Earth Laws course
Slide 2
To most people, including me, legal concepts are notoriously difficult. As a result of this course I feel confident I can explain some of these concepts – legal personhood of a river, for example – to others.
As an educator, that's important to me.
- Graeme
Introduction to Earth Laws course
Every Australian who cares about our country and the environment would benefit from this course. The true history of Australia is shocking and sometimes unbelievable but necessary for all of us to heal the trauma, to learn and be better stewards, together.
Thank you Michelle and the guests for the deep dive.
- Donalea
Introduction to Earth Laws course
Slide 3
I would recommend this course to everyone that wants to deepen their understanding of how we relate to the earth, nature and each other from a uniquely different lens.
Introduction to Earth Laws course
I would recommend this course to people who are feeling disenfranchised and disheartened by our current status quo socio-legal systems. This course is for those people who are curious and excited about different ways we can envisage our future - a future that takes the Rights of Nature seriously.
- Jordan
Introduction to Earth Laws course
Slide 4 - One column
This comprehensive course has a remarkable ability to simplify a complex topic. It is the perfect introduction to fundamental themes of earth laws, accessible to a wide audience. The clarity with which the material was presented enabled me to develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter, which is crucial in advocating for environmental justice and sustainability.
By recognising and honouring indigenous first laws, the course not only enriched my knowledge but also fostered a greater appreciation for the interconnectedness between humans, nature, and the law.
Overall, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the Introduction to Earth Laws 2024 course. It has equipped me with valuable insights and tools in my work as a Regenerative Business Mentor.
- Jannine
Introduction to Earth Laws course
More Information
2025 course details
4 week ONLINE course
5 - 26 August 2025
Live classes are held on Tuesdays from 4pm to 6pm Brisbane time / Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
Facilitated by Dr Michelle Maloney and featuring experts from legal fields including Earth jurisprudence, Rights of Nature, Ecocide, Indigenous First Laws and more.
Who should attend? We encourage participation from all interested people - from all backgrounds and knowledge disciplines - who are interested in Earth-centred law and governance. This course will be of particular interest to lawyers and law students, but the course is suitable for anyone who would like to learn more about emerging trends and approaches in Earth laws.
All classes are recorded.
Participants receive a Certificate of completion/digital badge.
AELA is a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
The Australian Earth Laws Alliance acknowledges that the sovereignty of the First Nations People of the continent now known as Australia was never ceded by treaty nor in any other way.
AELA acknowledges and respects First Nations Peoples’ laws and ecologically sustainable custodianship of Australia over tens of thousands of years through land and sea management practices that continue today.
