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Zoe Johnson
University of Western Australia
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THE ROLE OF CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS (CSOS) IN ADVOCATING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN CASES OF INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION Sarah Taylor; Thomas Mitchell; Zoe Johnson
Cognitionis Civitatis et Politicae Vol. 2 No. 6 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/politicae.v2i6.3147

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Environmental justice has become a central issue in the global discourse on sustainability, particularly in the context of industrial pollution. Civil society organizations (CSOs) play a pivotal role in advocating for the rights of affected communities, ensuring that the voices of marginalized populations are heard. Despite their significant contributions, the effectiveness of CSOs in promoting environmental justice remains underexplored. This research investigates the role of CSOs in advocating for environmental justice, specifically in cases of industrial pollution, examining their strategies, challenges, and impact on policy change. The study employs a qualitative research design, utilizing in-depth interviews with key stakeholders from selected CSOs, community members, and policymakers. It also involves case study analysis of prominent instances of industrial pollution and CSO involvement in both mitigating the effects and demanding accountability. The findings reveal that CSOs significantly contribute to raising awareness, mobilizing communities, and holding industries accountable for environmental damage. However, challenges such as limited resources, political opposition, and legal barriers hinder their advocacy efforts. The study concludes that while CSOs play a crucial role in environmental justice advocacy, their success is contingent upon strengthening partnerships, increasing access to resources, and fostering greater political will for environmental protection.
HARMONIZING ISLAMIC ECONOMIC LAW WITH COMMON LAW IN AUSTRALIA: A COMPARATIVE LEGAL ANALYSIS Sarah Taylor; Thomas Mitchell; Zoe Johnson
Sharia Oikonomia Law Journal Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/solj.v3i3.2202

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The increasing presence of Muslim communities and the growing interest in ethical finance have sparked debates over the integration of Islamic economic principles within secular legal systems, particularly in Western common law jurisdictions such as Australia. Despite Australia’s multicultural legal ethos and openness to financial innovation, Islamic economic law—particularly in areas such as profit-sharing, interest prohibition, and zakat-based finance—faces challenges related to enforceability, recognition, and legal compatibility. This study aims to explore the extent to which Islamic economic principles can be harmonized with Australian common law, without undermining the secular character of its legal system. Employing a comparative legal methodology, the research analyzes statutory and case law frameworks in Australia alongside primary Islamic legal sources and interpretive jurisprudence (fiqh muamalat). The findings reveal areas of convergence in contract law, trust structures, and ethical investment, but also identify conflicts in areas such as riba, gharar, and dispute resolution. The study concludes that partial harmonization is feasible through legal pluralism and regulatory accommodation, particularly in the domain of commercial transactions. The research contributes to ongoing discussions on legal inclusivity, multicultural jurisprudence, and the future of Islamic finance in Western legal systems.
Co-Authors Sarah Taylor Thomas Mitchell