Hugh de Kretser
President of the Australian Human Rights Commission and former CEO of the Yoorrook Justice Commission; human rights lawyer and advocate who delivered the 2026 Menzies Oration on social cohesion, truth-telling and a proposed Australian Human Rights Act.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 54min
In a time of division, how can we rebuild social cohesion? — with Australian Human Rights Commissioner Hugh de Kretser
Hugh de Kretser, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission and former Yoorrook CEO, speaks on rebuilding social bonds. He discusses what social cohesion means and why it is under strain. He covers truth-telling, racism and the Seen and Heard findings, a proposed national Human Rights Act, and practical steps to listen, acknowledge harms and foster unity.
Mar 4, 2025 • 54min
What does the internet know about you?
In this engaging discussion, Hugh de Kretser, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, and Lizzie O'Shea, founder of Digital Rights Watch, delve into the complex world of digital privacy. They humorously illustrate how our daily lives are ripe for data collection while emphasizing the urgent need for stronger privacy reforms. Topics include the biases in AI, the societal impacts of surveillance capitalism, and the pressing necessity for Australia to catch up with global privacy standards. Their insights call for a balance between individual responsibility and governmental action on privacy matters.
