Vivienne McKenzie, Regina McKenzie and Heather Stuart, Adnyamathanha women
Defended their land and culture by stopping a waste facility near the Seven Sisters songline and now push for proper consultation in mining processes.
About this finalist
- Year: 2020
- Level: Finalist
- Award category: Human Rights Hero
About the 2020 nomination
Vivienne, Regina and Heather fought a long battle to protect their community's culture and oppose a nuclear waste facility being situated on their traditional lands in the Flinders Ranges. The Seven Sisters songline, one of the most significant creation tracks in Australia, runs near the site. In 2020 their tireless efforts succeeded, and a different site was selected. The women are now advocating to ensure Adnyamathanha people are consulted on matters related to their land during mining processes.
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.