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Clare McHugh
CEO
Clare McHugh, Chief Executive Officer, is a Gamilaroi and Dhungutti woman with strong ties to Redfern, La Perouse, and the Central Coast communities who, in April 2025, became the first female Chief Executive Officer of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC). Previously, she served as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Languages Trust, where she played a central role in shaping its foundational strategy and operations. Clare brings to her new role extensive senior leadership experience, and a steadfast commitment to advancing Aboriginal land rights, cultural and economic empowerment, and community-led outcomes. Under her leadership, NSWALC will focus on implementing its Strategic Plan 2026-2030, fostering meaningful reconciliation, and enabling transformative possibilities for Aboriginal communities across New South Wales.
Clare’s appointment marks a historic milestone for NSWALC’s 40-year legacy, as it works to build upon its advocacy, land rights stewardship, and influence in policymaking.
Clare McHugh
Clare McHugh, Chief Executive Officer, is a Gamilaroi and Dhungutti woman with strong ties to Redfern, La Perouse, and the Central Coast communities who, in April 2025, became the first female Chief Executive Officer of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC). Previously, she served as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Languages Trust, where she played a central role in shaping its foundational strategy and operations. Clare brings to her new role extensive senior leadership experience, and a steadfast commitment to advancing Aboriginal land rights, cultural and economic empowerment, and community-led outcomes. Under her leadership, NSWALC will focus on implementing its Strategic Plan 2026-2030, fostering meaningful reconciliation, and enabling transformative possibilities for Aboriginal communities across New South Wales.
Clare’s appointment marks a historic milestone for NSWALC’s 40-year legacy, as it works to build upon its advocacy, land rights stewardship, and influence in policymaking.
Clare McHugh
Guest Contributor
Clare McHugh, Chief Executive Officer, is a Gamilaroi and Dhungutti woman with strong ties to Redfern, La Perouse, and the Central Coast communities who, in April 2025, became the first female Chief Executive Officer of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC). Previously, she served as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Languages Trust, where she played a central role in shaping its foundational strategy and operations. Clare brings to her new role extensive senior leadership experience, and a steadfast commitment to advancing Aboriginal land rights, cultural and economic empowerment, and community-led outcomes. Under her leadership, NSWALC will focus on implementing its Strategic Plan 2026-2030, fostering meaningful reconciliation, and enabling transformative possibilities for Aboriginal communities across New South Wales.
Clare’s appointment marks a historic milestone for NSWALC’s 40-year legacy, as it works to build upon its advocacy, land rights stewardship, and influence in policymaking.