Professor Eddie Cubillo
National NAIDOC Education Award Category
Professor Eddie Cubillo is a Larrakia, Wadjigan, and Central Arrernte man from the Northern Territory and a leading advocate for Indigenous justice. He has served in key roles including Anti-Discrimination Commissioner of the NT, Executive Officer of NATSILS, and Director of Community Engagement for the NT Royal Commission.
A PhD holder, he was Associate Dean (Indigenous Programs) at Melbourne Law School and Director of its Indigenous Law and Justice Hub. Now Director of the Mabo Centre, he continues to champion legal reform and self-determination. Eddie is also a proud father and grandfather, grounded in community and culture.