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The Institute of Law has appointed a human rights law specialist as its new Associate Dean.
Dr Sasha Holden holds LLB and BA degrees from Otago University, a first-class master’s degree in international human rights law from the University of Oxford, and a PhD in law from King’s College London.
She is a qualified barrister and solicitor in her native New Zealand, and a qualified solicitor in England and Wales.
She has taught in New Zealand, England and Jersey and developed courses on a number of subjects.
Dr Holden's specialist area of research is human rights law, particularly the rights of women, children and refugees, and she was recently commissioned by the Red Cross to produce a report on the human impact of cuts to legal aid for refugee family reunion. Her work also informed a review of legal aid by the House of Commons Justice Select Committee.
“We are delighted that Sasha is joining the team at the Institute of Law," Professor Janine Griffiths-Baker, Institute of Law CEO, said.
"She brings a wealth of experience as an academic leader and scholar from her roles in New Zealand and London. Her passion for teaching, research and the student experience will bring huge benefit to all our students.”
Dr. Holden added: “This is an exciting time to be joining the Institute of Law. I am looking forward to working with colleagues and partners to provide an outstanding experience for all students and continuing to build on the proud history of educating lawyers in Jersey.”
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