Lowitja O’Donoghue, Trailblazer for Aboriginal Rights, Passes Away at 91

The revered Yankunytjatjara leader and advocate for Indigenous Australians Lowitja O’Donoghue, leaves a legacy of groundbreaking achievements and relentless pursuit of justice.

Lowitja O’Donoghue, a prominent figure in the fight for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' rights, died on Kaurna Country in South Australia.
From her early life in a mission home to becoming the first Aboriginal nurse at the Adelaide Hospital, O’Donoghue overcame significant adversity.
She played a key role in the Native Title Act negotiations and was the first Aboriginal person to address the UN General Assembly.
O’Donoghue was honored with numerous awards, including being named a Companion of the Order of Australia and Australian of the Year.
Her work has left an indelible mark on Australia, inspiring generations and advancing the cause of Indigenous rights and reconciliation.