Tanya Hosch AM
Congratulations to all recipients of the 2026 Australia Day Honours List.
We are delighted to celebrate Claxton Speakers International exclusive speaker Tanya Hosch AM, who was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant service to the community through social policy, and as a tireless advocate for diversity and inclusion.
Tanya’s AM recognises a lifetime of principled leadership and quiet determination. From her groundbreaking role as the first Indigenous executive at the AFL, where she led lasting reforms in inclusion, gender equity and anti-vilification, to her pivotal work with the Recognise movement and the Referendum Council that delivered the Uluru Statement from the Heart, Tanya has consistently worked to create change that is both meaningful and enduring.
Beyond these national milestones, Tanya continues to give generously through her governance and advisory roles across culture, education and finance, including the National Library of Australia, the National Australia Bank First Nations Advisory Group and the Australian National University Council. This honour reflects not only her extraordinary contribution, but the respect and trust she has earned across communities - and the impact she continues to make through leadership grounded in integrity, courage and care.
