Rule of Law Education Centre

The Rule of Law Education Centre (ROLE) is the only independent and non-political organisation in Australia educating students and the community about the importance of our laws and democracy derived from the Magna Carta, and important checks and balances we have for those in power.

We believe that an understanding of the rule of law, human rights and democracy does not happen by osmosis. It must be taught clearly and explicitly in school and universities, with case studies and examples to bring these principles to life. We focus on teaching students to not only understand and obey laws, but to constructively engage with the law and government and to know how to challenge them as needed by using appropriate mechanisms and institutions.

Rule of Law Education Centre Focus Areas:
Explicit Teaching – On government democracy, history and the rule of law with comparisons of other systems
Exploration of Ideas – Apply knowledge to discuss current, local, national and international issues using rule of law principles
Situational and Experimental Learning – Engage in meaningful opportunities that are explicitly linked to formal curriculum, such as court excursions
Extracurricular Activities – Students enable to get involved in their school or local community show higher civic participation over time
Participation in School Governance – Giving students agency in classroom and school community management imparts civic decision making skills
Democratic Simulations and Co-curricular Activities – Student participation in simulations such as mock trials, voting, diplomacy and deliberations prepare students with skills for active participation

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