Australian of the Year Panel: Recognition, Voice, Change

Overview

Join a powerful conversation exploring how recognition can transform lives and drive lasting social change for people and communities facing discrimination, inequality or violence.

This in-person and live-streamed event brings together three nationally respected leaders to share their lived experience and personal insights:

Rosie Batty AO – Domestic violence campaigner
Professor Tom Calma AO – First Nations leader and social justice advocate
Virginia Haussegger AM – Journalist and gender equity advocate

Together, they will examine how public platforms can amplify voices, create visibility, strengthen belonging and build better communities.