Justin Mohamed

Ambassador for First Nations People, Office for First Nations International Engagement at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)

Speaker

Justin Mohamed is the Australian Ambassador for First Nations People, a role dedicated to strengthening Indigenous voices in international diplomacy and advancing cultural, social, and economic partnerships. A proud Aboriginal leader from the Gooreng Gooreng community, Justin has spent decades advocating for health equity, education, and community empowerment. Before his ambassadorial appointment, he served as CEO of Reconciliation Australia and held senior positions in Aboriginal health and justice sectors. His work focuses on promoting Indigenous rights globally, fostering cultural exchange, and ensuring First Nations perspectives shape Australia’s engagement with the world. Justin’s leadership reflects a lifelong commitment to reconciliation and creating opportunities for future generations.