Peter Siedel
Peter Siedel's efforts advising charitable, not-for-profit and Indigenous organisations have been recognised with the 2006 Human Rights Law Award.
About this winner
- Year: 2006
- Level: Winner
- Award category: Law award
About the 2006 nomination
Peter Siedel's efforts advising charitable, not-for-profit and Indigenous organisations have been recognised with the 2006 Human Rights Law Award.
Head of Arnold Bloch Leibler's public law practice, Peter Siedel works tirelessly with a range of organisations advising on elements critical to their viability, such as corporate governance.
A major player in social and environmental issues for Indigenous people, Peter has represented the Yorta Yorta people for more than 10 years in their native title claim before the Federal and High Courts. He also negotiated ground-breaking agreements between Indigenous groups and government bodies, such as the Yorta Yorta 2004 Co-operative Management Agreement with the Victorian Government.
Peter has worked with Noel Pearson and Cape York Partnerships to develop corporate governance structures enabling the peoples of Cape York to exercise their right to take responsibility. He has also helped protect the rights of Indigenous artists and performers through his work with the Jirrawun Aboriginal Arts Corporation of the East Kimberley.
He continues to collaborate closely with community groups, the legal profession, government and private industry on pertinent human rights issues.
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.