Jane Rosengrave
Jane is a proud Yorta Yorta woman with an intellectual disability. She is a passionate advocate for people with disability.
About this winner
- Year: 2016
- Level: Winner
- Award category: Tony Fitzgerald memorial community individual award
About the 2016 nomination
Jane is a proud Yorta Yorta woman with an intellectual disability. She is a passionate advocate for people with disability. Jane grew up in institutions and has experienced segregation as well as sexual and other violence, including domestic violence. She contributes to several organisations and shares her personal experiences publicly to raise awareness of the abuse and discrimination facing people with disability.
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.