# Event Details - **Event Name**: Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 02 Dec, 2025 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 02 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join the Victorian Chapter of the International Law Association (Aus) for our end-of-Year Seminar followed by ILA member dinnerAbout this EventWe warmly welcome ILA members, students, legal practitioners, academics, and anyone interested in international law to attend this free seminar and networking evening to celebrate our second year of operation.Seminar: International Parental Child Abduction & the Hague ConventionAt the seminar, experts will discuss their work on cases involving the abduction by parents of children from Australia to overseas. They will explain how the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction applies in these situations, and outline the role of International Social Service Australia when abductions occur. The seminar will conclude with an audience Q&A.Speakers- Charissa Chong, Senior Lawyer, International Social Service Australia (ISS)- Amelia McDermott, Social Worker, ISS-Naomi Bellingham, Senior Legal Policy Adviser, Federation of Community Legal Centres (Victoria)Networking Drinks & ILA Member DinnerAfter the seminar, join us for informal networking drinks!ILA members are then invited to continue the evening with dinner at The Met, where we will discuss Victorian Chapter plans for 2026 and connect with fellow members.Agenda5:30pm – Registration6:00pm – 7:00pm – Seminar & Q&A7:00pm – 7:30pm – Networking drinks8:00pm – ILA member dinner at The Met (pay-your-own)We look forward to celebrating with you and closing the year with thoughtful discussion, collaboration, and community.RegistrationSeminar: Free & open to all – registration requiredDinner: ILA members only – food & drinks at bar prices , please email victorianchapter@ila.org.au to confirm attendance.Agenda?: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PMRegistration?: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMSeminar & Q&A?: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PMNetworking Drinks?: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM ILA member dinner at The Met (pay-your-own) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/seminar-on-international-parental-child-abduction-and-the-hague-convention/100001963194697187 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Melbourne - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Maurice Blackburn Personal Injury Lawyers Melbourne - **lat**: -37.8108458 - **long**: 144.9581372 - **full address**: Maurice Blackburn Personal Injury Lawyers Melbourne, 380 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b3ebbbc93fd12dcaf49322b515598f7fd5b3a25445b976a2be486fe7bdd92c75-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf5f6f0-gmir.jpg?v=1762847857 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention being held? - **A:** Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention takes place on Tue, 02 Dec, 2025 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 02 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm at Maurice Blackburn Personal Injury Lawyers Melbourne, 380 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention? - **A:** Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention is organized by Victorian Chapter ILA (Australia Branch). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Seminar on International Parental Child Abduction and the Hague Convention is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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