Craig Foster AM - Hire Keynote and Guest Speaker

Craig Foster AM

Former Socceroo, broadcaster, adjunct professor - sport & social responsibility, author, human rights activist

2023 NSW Australian of the Year, Craig Foster AM is a commentator and part of the Logie and award winning SBS Sport team. He is a former Socceroo captain who played 29 times for the country and is one of the most respected broadcasters, commentators and contributors in the history of the game in Australia.

Craig also works in the sphere of social justice through programs with refugee and indigenous children, using football to provide life opportunities. He recently created a global movement successfully campaigning to free a young player from Bangkok Remand Prison, Hakeem al-Araibi.

Craig continues to advocate for vulnerable people, gender equality in sport as a driver of change, indigenous rights and social justice. While always being a prominent advocate for the beautiful game and its social impact on Australia.

In 2021, Craig was made a Member (AM) of the general division of the Order of Australia for his ongoing activism for refugees in detention, human rights and promoting multiculturalism.

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Key Points for Craig Foster AM

Craig Foster is a former Socceroo and the 40th captain of the national team, known for his highly celebrated football career.
He became one of Australia’s most respected sports broadcasters, with an 18-year, triple Logie-winning career in media.
A passionate advocate for human rights, refugees and multiculturalism, his activism earned him the 2021 AM and 2023 NSW Australian of the Year.
Craig is also an Adjunct Professor, award-winning author, and co-author of Fighting for Hakeem, blending sport with social responsibility.

Topics for Craig Foster AM

Rise of the Roos
Human rights, multiculturalism

Testimonials for Craig Foster AM

Craig was an outstanding presenter and a wonderful contributor to our conference. He was passionate, positive, clear and challenging to us all. The feedback for our delegates was that Craig was a brilliant speaker that they all received very well.
Victorian Association of Catholic Primary School Principals

Craig clearly understood who his audience was and had extensive knowledge and expertise in the subject matter. Craig was engaging, articulate and constructive. Strong positive feedback from all attendees.
Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ)

Craig is an inspirational speaker. Engaging, passionate and authentic.
Heart HR

Craig Foster was a fabulous, insightful, energetic and charismatic speaker.
FCM

Craig was on message, attentive and his passion for social justice is infectious.
CCNB

Inspirational and thought provoking. Drew the Year 7 – 9 on his soccer career and the older boys in his thought-provoking information as ambassador for social justice.
Marist College North Shore