Eddie Mabo (deceased) Rev Dave Passi, Sam Passi (deceased) James Rice, Celuia Mapo Salee (deceased) and Barbara Hocking
The winners of the Human Rights Medal were five Murray Islanders who mounted the historic Mabo case before the High Court.
About this winner
- Year: 1992
- Level: Winner
- Award category: Human rights medal
About the 1992 nomination
The winners of the Human Rights Medal were five Murray Islanders who mounted the historic Mabo case before the High Court.
The Murray Islanders were awarded the medal in recognition of their long and determined battle to gain justice for their people. Barbara Hocking was awarded the Medal in recognition of her contribution to the Mabo case and for her work over many years to gain legal recognition for indigenous people's rights.
About the Human Rights Awards
The Australian Human Rights Awards is an inspirational showcase of the best in all of us. The Awards honour and celebrate diverse human rights heroes and significant achievements in protecting and promoting human rights in Australia.