Aleisha Bailey

Maitland, NSW

Bachelor of Social Science / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Aleisha, a proud Wiradjuri woman, is passionate about increasing access to justice for Indigenous people. Coming from a large family, Aleisha knows the value of hard work and the importance of a helping hand. Growing up, she’s been a committed volunteer in her community of Lithgow in the Blue Mountains for many years. This included raising awareness and collecting donations for many charities, donating 30cm of her own hair to the Alopecia Foundation and volunteering as a peer mentor for both younger and Aboriginal students. Inspired by her older sister who also studied law, Aleisha has followed her lifechanging path to university. With a Bachelor of Social Science and Bachelor of Laws, Aleisha hopes to empower people who feel helpless and use her position to create a more equal world.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.