Roslyn Atkinson

Roslyn Gay Atkinson AO (born 30 November 1948 in Brisbane, Queensland) is a former Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland, who served for 20 years from 1998 until her retirement in 2018. In 2002 she also became the Chairperson of the Queensland Law Reform Commission, and served in that role until her retirement in 2013. As well as being responsible for the Yankee Doodles precedent, Justice Atkinson has also made two notable decisions in her capacity as member of the Queensland Legal Practice Tribunal. Quotes “I have been a long-time admirer of the exceptional number, quality and reach of Queensland-made films, series and games, so it is a joy and great responsibility to be part of funding local, interstate and international projects and actively steering our industry towards a more inclusive future,” “It is an honour to have been asked to chair this dynamic board, comprising of experts in the diverse fields of film and series production, game development, post-production, studios, education, finance and law.” Screen Queensland Screen Queensland Welcomes New Chair of the Board Retrieved June 1, 2022 Quotes about Roslyn Atkinson She became a barrister in 1987 and was subsequently the inaugural President of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Tribunal, as well as a Hearing Commissioner of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission. “Ms Atkinson’s years of demonstrated leadership, interest in the state’s creative sector and commitment to diversity action makes her exceptionally qualified to helm the Board of Screen Queensland,” Ms Atkinson said she is delighted to take on the role of Chair, particularly during a time of growth and positive change for the screen industry, and for the agency. Screen Queensland Screen Queensland Welcomes New Chair of the Board Retrieved June 1, 2022  External Links Category:Women from Australia Category:Judges from Australia