Advocacy Tasmania
Advocacy Tasmania advanced human rights through systemic change and independent advocacy for older people and those facing disability or mental health issues.
About this winner
- Year: 2023
- Level: Winner
- Award category: Community Award
About the 2023 nomination
Advocacy Tasmania works to improve and restore human rights for individuals and the broader community by pursuing systemic change. The not-for-profit organisation provides advocacy and representation for older people, people living with disability or mental health issues, and people who use alcohol and drugs. Advocacy Tasmania campaigns for change using a wide range of powerful advocacy tools from personal stories, public campaigns, submissions to authorities and lobbying powerful people who can make change happen at the systemic level.
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.