Yoorrook Justice Commission CEO is new Human Rights Commission president
Hugh de Kretser commences his five-year term at the helm in July
www.thelawyermag.comHere’s the latest on Hugh de Kretser.
- Hugh de Kretser served as the President of the Australian Human Rights Commission starting July 30, 2024, with a five-year term; his appointment follows the departure of Rosalind Croucher AM.[1][2][3]
- He previously led the Yoorrook Justice Commission and has held leadership roles with the Human Rights Law Centre and other Victorian legal bodies; his tenure as AHRC president has emphasized advancing a national human rights framework.[3][1]
- Public-facing material from 2024–2025 notes ongoing work and commentary around human rights priorities in Australia, including inquiries into protections for First Nations peoples and broader civil liberties; there are also media appearances and talks discussing the role of the commission in a changing societal context.[5][8][1]
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