4. From Detention To Degree: A Chance For Every Child

2026-02-08

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As a nine-year-old, George was facing expulsion from primary school. Now he's a university leader, opening doors for students of all backgrounds.Distinguished Professor George Williams AO shares his journey from "juvenile delinquent" to Vice-Chancellor, starting with one teacher who changed his life trajectory. Plus, demographer Dr Liz Allen returns to talk about the educators and moments that transformed her path – from homeless at 16 to completing a PhD. Together, they make the case for why Australia needs a fai...

As a nine-year-old, George was facing expulsion from primary school. Now he's a university leader, opening doors for students of all backgrounds.

Distinguished Professor George Williams AO shares his journey from "juvenile delinquent" to Vice-Chancellor, starting with one teacher who changed his life trajectory.

Plus, demographer Dr Liz Allen returns to talk about the educators and moments that transformed her path – from homeless at 16 to completing a PhD.

Together, they make the case for why Australia needs a fairer education system and better support for students, no matter their life circumstances.

CREDITS

Narrator: Sarah Macdonald

Audio production: Mylk Media

Series producers: Jacqui Ooi, Carla Horton, Kim Batchelor, Kristina Warne

Theme music written and performed by Faith Kayrooz

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