Katrina Munting

A courageous advocate for child safety and victims’ rights

Katrina Munting is a symbol of resilience and advocacy in Tasmania’s education and social justice spheres.

Born in Smithton, she transformed her traumatic experiences of childhood sexual abuse and her quest for justice into a powerful narrative of survival and systemic change.

Katrina’s journey is marked by her success in both criminal and civil justice in the Supreme Court of Tasmania, and her pivotal role in the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings. Her testimony highlighted systemic failures in protecting children and has led to significant legal and policy reforms.

As a senior school science teacher, Katrina has dedicated herself to preventive measures and educational reform. Her efforts to ensure safe educational environments have impacted thousands of her students, inspired legislative changes and fostered a culture of vigilance and support in Tasmanian schools.

She has also engaged in numerous speaking engagements and panels to educate and advocate for the rights and protection of children.

Katrina’s contributions have been recognised with several accolades, reflecting her impact on child safety and welfare. Her role in the Commission of Inquiry and subsequent reforms has made her a respected figure in efforts to combat child abuse and enhance educational standards.

Katrina’s contributions have been recognised through extensive media coverage and cited in significant judicial and policy reforms. Her role on the Department of Justice’s lived experience advisory panel and her involvement in revising child safety legislations underscore her impact on public policy.

“Katrina Munting’s resilience and dedication to transforming her painful experiences into powerful advocacy for child protection make her a beacon of hope and change.” Community testimonial.

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