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Ms Sarah Leary

Sarah Leary is a proud Palawa woman, distinguished diplomat, former journalist, and international gender equality expert.

As advisor to Australia’s Ambassador for Women and Girls, Sarah supported Australia’s successful UN Human Rights Council campaign. On postings to Vietnam, Cambodia, Solomon Islands and the US, she led major initiatives to expand women’s access to finance, workforce participation and inclusion in elite global sport.

At the Australian Attorney-General's Department, Sarah is now leading a $81.5 million investment across 30 communities in Australia to address the underlying causes of First Nations over-representation in the justice system.

Sarah resides in North-West Tasmania with her partner and enjoys playing tennis and snorkelling. She was named the University of Tasmania’s Young Alumni of the Year in 2022.