Amna Karra-Hassan
Founder of GWS Giants Women's AFL Team, Diversity Advocate & Keynote Speaker
A trailblazer in diversity and inclusion, best known for founding the first-ever AFL Women’s team in Western Sydney and leading the GWS Giants to establish the sport in the region. With a background in community engagement and cultural change through her work with the Australian Federal Police, Amna is a powerful keynote speaker who shares her journey of overcoming adversity, building resilience, and leading with purpose.
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Amna Karra-Hassan is a courageous leader, passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion within communities. Widely recognised for founding the first-ever AFL Women’s team in Western Sydney, she has played a pivotal role in promoting the sport and encouraging women’s participation in AFL through the GWS Giants.
A former leader at the Australian Federal Police (AFP), Amna initiated groundbreaking community engagement strategies and championed cultural change within the organisation. With a Bachelor in Organisational Learning from the University of Technology Sydney and an Advanced Leadership Program qualification from the Applied School of Management, Amna is a powerful keynote speaker who shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, building resilience, and leading with perseverance.
In her presentations, Amna offers insights into the importance of collaboration, leveraging media, and adopting a strengths-based approach to innovation and community building. Through her stories of community leadership and her work with diverse groups, Amna inspires audiences to lead with confidence, resilience, and courage.
