This special session features members of Elder Abuse Action Australia’s Seniors Panel for Advocacy, Rights and Knowledge (SPARK): Margaret Crothers, Craig Hubbard and Cathy Chong, moderated by EAAA Executive Officer Bev Lange.
Recorded in the lead up to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, this discussion places the voices of older people at the centre of the conversation.
Our panellists share their perspectives on elder abuse, rights, and the changes needed to better protect and empower older people.
In this honest and thought-provoking discussion, the panel explores where systems are falling short, what meaningful action looks like, and why listening to the experiences of older people is essential to preventing abuse.
Whether you work with older people, are a family member or carer, or simply want to better understand the issues, we hope this recording provides valuable insights and inspires action.
Because ending elder abuse starts with listening.
Craig Hubbard was a key featured panelist in the Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) “Lunch & Learn #5: Standing Up, Speaking Out” webinar held on 11 June 2026.
Event Overview
The webinar was a special presentation hosted by Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) in the lead-up to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The session rejected traditional formats where external experts speak on behalf of older demographics. Instead, it directly highlighted the lived experiences and unique perspectives of senior panel members.
Craig Hubbard’s Profile & Background
Advocacy Work: He is the founder of AdvocateNT, an organization dedicated to supporting and elevating issues that affect older individuals living in the Northern Territory.
SPARK Panel Member: Hubbard serves as an active member of EAAA’s Seniors Panel for Advocacy, Rights and Knowledge (SPARK).
Professional Background: Before full-time advocacy, he spent years as a business and information technology consultant across Australia and the Asia-Pacific, spanning sectors like healthcare, software engineering, manufacturing, and policing.
Core Focus Areas: During the session, he highlighted systemic gaps, the under-resourcing of support services, and the critical importance of ensuring mature workers and seniors are not silenced in community policy development.
Session Co-Panellists
The interactive webinar was moderated by EAAA Executive Officer Bev Lange and also featured insights from fellow SPARK panel members Margaret Crothers and Cathy Chong.
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