Barbara Elizabeth Spriggs
Barbara brought about the exposure of a decade-long culture of cover up of the abuse and maltreatment of residents at the Oakden facility when she sought answers for suspected abuse and neglect of
About this winner
- Year: 2017
- Level: Winner
- Award category: Tony Fitzgerald memorial community individual award
About the 2017 nomination
Barbara brought about the exposure of a decade-long culture of cover up of the abuse and maltreatment of residents at the Oakden facility when she sought answers for suspected abuse and neglect of her husband while in care across 2015 and 2016.
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.