MUMUK CUBILLO
Professor Eddie Cubillo says farewell to the Hub
The Hub is sad to announce Professor Eddie Cubillo has stepped down from his role as Director of the Indigenous Law and Justice Hub to take up a position building a centre at another part of the University. The Hub hosted a farewell for Eddie and 100 of our closest colleagues and friends on Friday 28 February to thank him for his enormous contribution to the Hub team and our community.
Prof. Cubillo has grown the Hub from its inception into a trusted voice in advocacy, teaching with great generosity. During his tenure he has won awards for his innovative On-Country legal education, White Noise program and exceptional research contribution through this thesis on community-control and the functions of the Aboriginal Legal Services. He has done this while also speaking publicly about his experiences of discrimination, doing the important work of holding legal education institutions accountable to their justice claims. As a Larrakia, Wadjigan and Central Arrente man Dr Cubillo is the first Indigenous person to be appointed a Professor at the Melbourne Law School.
From Professor Cubillo:
"It has been an immense privilege to work alongside the incredible staff, advisory, students, and community at the Indigenous Law & Justice Hub. Together, we have built a space for advocacy, learning, and truth-telling that continues to challenge and shape the future of Indigenous justice.
I am deeply grateful for the relationships forged, the knowledge shared, and the unwavering commitment to First Nations justice that so many of you embody. While my focus will shift to my new role next month, I remain committed to staying connected and supportive of the important work that continues through the Indigenous Law and Justice Hub and our broader shared efforts. I look forward to seeing the Hub continue to grow and thrive in the years ahead.
Thank you for your support, collaboration, and the many memories we have created together. Stay strong, stay connected, and keep pushing for justice."
You will be missed Eddie, but we wish you the best with your next endeavour.
