Sally Rugg
About Sally Rugg
Sally Rugg is an Executive Director at Change.org in Sydney, Australia, where she has worked since 2018. She is recognized for her contributions to activism and human rights, having been a finalist for the Hero of the Year at the Australian LGBTI Awards and named among Amnesty International’s Top 15 Women Championing Human Rights.
Work at Change.org
Sally Rugg has served as the Executive Director at Change.org since 2018. In this role, she leads initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to create change through online petitions and campaigns. Her work focuses on leveraging digital platforms to amplify voices and drive social justice efforts. Based in Sydney, Australia, Rugg's leadership at Change.org has contributed to various advocacy campaigns addressing critical issues.
Education and Expertise
Sally Rugg holds a Master's degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Technology Sydney. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from Curtin University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background equips her with skills in media, communication, and advocacy, which she applies in her professional endeavors.
Background
Before her tenure at Change.org, Sally Rugg worked as Campaign Director at GetUp from 2013 to 2018. Her experience in campaign management and activism has shaped her approach to social change. Rugg has also been recognized for her contributions to human rights and activism, being named among Amnesty International’s Top 15 Women Championing Human Rights in 2017.
Achievements
Sally Rugg has received several accolades for her work in activism. She was a finalist for Hero of the Year at the Australian LGBTI Awards in 2018 and won the Young Achiever Honour Award in 2016. Additionally, she delivered the 2019 Nelson Mandela Lecture at the University of Adelaide, showcasing her commitment to social justice and human rights.
Writing and Media Contributions
Sally Rugg is an accomplished writer whose work focuses on activism, feminism, and LGBTIQ rights. Her writing has been featured in various outlets, including the Sydney Morning Herald, The Guardian, and Vice. She is also a contributing author to 'The Full Catastrophe' and 'Growing Up Queer in Australia.' Rugg frequently appears as a guest on programs such as ABC’s The Drum and Triple J’s Hack, sharing her insights on activism.