The Australian Centre for Child Protection is honoured to have Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, as our Patron. The Governor-General accepted the ACCP’s invitation to serve as Patron in 2025.
“Child abuse and neglect is one of the most confronting issues in our society, which is why the work of the Australian Centre for Child Protection is so important," the Governor-General said.
“One of the roles of a Governor-General is to connect with and listen to Australians, to hear what is good and bad and to reflect that back to our community. I look forward to supporting the Australian Centre for Child Protection in highlighting issues affecting children and families, and the hope that lies in evidence-based solutions developed for and by Australians.”
Her Excellency was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia in 2024 for eminent service in sectors including social justice, gender equity and reconciliation. She has chaired the boards of Aware Super, Centre for Policy Development, Beyond Blue, Australians Investing in Women, Foundation for Young Australians, Women's Economic Equality Taskforce, Australian National Research Organisation for Women's Safety (ANROWS) and The Climate Council.
"Across my career, I have seen how care can be an uplifting force, and I am proud to be Patron of an organisation dedicated to the best possible care of our nation's children."
Find out more about the Governor-General at her website.
