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Aleesya Amirizal

Aleesya Amirizal is currently studying Law and International Relations at the Australian National University. Raised by two Muslim immigrant parents in so-called Australia, she grew up with a deep sense of advocacy and social justice, particularly in the fight for Palestine. Activism and truth-telling have shaped her moral foundations, and she is committed to carrying these values throughout her studies and into her future career.

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Attempted Suppression of the BIPOC Department: Threats to autonomy and political expression

The BIPOC Base at the Australian National University stands as one of the most significant achievements of the ANUSA BIPOC Department. Established through years of relentless advocacy by BIPOC student leaders, it was envisioned as a vital safe space where Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) students could exist free from the pervasive racism that continues to shape campus experiences.

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