'The John Curtin Medal is awarded by Curtin University to people who have exhibited John Curtin's qualities of vision, leadership and community service and who have made a significant contribution in their chosen field.' (https://johncurtin.curtin.edu.au/medal/)
for his vision of Australia as one that is reconciled with and inclusive of all its members, particularly the nation's Indigenous peoples.
vision of social justice for Aboriginal people based on fundamental human rights and a 'fair go' for all.