Lauren Jackson AO OLY is a distinguished four-time Olympian and a stalwart in professional sports for over 23 years.
Her career is marked by exceptional leadership, highlighted by her captaincy of the National women’s basketball team and numerous ambassadorial roles, particularly advocating for women in sport. Lauren serves as the Champion for Gender Equality for the Australian National Committee for United Nations Women, demonstrating her profound commitment to advancing gender equality in sports and beyond.
Driven by a personal conviction and a genuine sense of purpose, Lauren actively leads and supports initiatives aimed at fostering gender equality in sport. She possesses a strategic mindset, adept at translating organizational strategies into proactive and impactful action plans.
Her leadership is further underscored by her ability to motivate and empower others, consistently driving towards achieving meaningful outcomes in the realm of sports and active recreation.