The Forum

LIFE'S END - RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In this special Open Day event, you'll be given the opportunity to join four eminent University of Adelaide researchers in an exploration of one of the most passionately debated issues of our time - euthanasia.

Open discussion will be preceded by comprehensive presentations on four key perspectives as they apply in SA: legal, psychiatric, palliative care and ethical.

All major issues will be addressed, including the distinction between active and passive euthanasia, the "dilemma of definition", the "doctrine of double-effect" and varying international experiences. Everyday realities for families and carers will also be considered, as will the balance between self-determination and social cohesion.

If this issue affects or interests you in any way, this is an event not to be missed.

Master of Ceremonies

Mr Martyn Evans
Director, Community Engagement

The Speakers

Mrs Bernadette Richards
Senior Lecturer, Law School

Emeritus Professor Bob Goldney
Former Head, Discipline of Psychiatry

Dr Greg Crawford
Mary Potter Senior Lecturer in Palliative Medicine

Dr Annette Braunack-Mayer
Associate Professor in Ethics,
Discipline of Public Health Postgraduate Coordinator, School of Population Health and Clinical Practice

When:
1.00pm-2.00pm Sunday 16 August 2009

Where:
Rm G04 Napier Building, North Terrace Campus

Admssion:
Free - limited seating