In Good Faith Foundation (IGFF) is delighted to announce the appointment of Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, and His Excellency Simeon Beckett SC as our Joint Patrons.
IGFF is a national charity and recognised recovery service, providing case management and advocacy support to Survivors, families, whistle-blowers, and communities impacted by institutional abuse.
Ms Sam Mostyn
Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC was sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General on 1 July 2024. A highly respected businesswoman and community leader, Ms Mostyn has a long history of leadership in the business, sport, climate change, arts, and not-for-profit sectors. She is recognised for her eminent service to social justice, gender equity, reconciliation, environmental sustainability, and cultural advancement.
Mr Simeon Beckett
His Excellency Simeon Beckett SC is a leading barrister with more than 25 years’ experience in public law, human rights, and anti-discrimination law. With a distinguished legal career including appearances in the High Court of Australia, Mr Beckett has played a key role in major commissions of inquiry, notably serving as counsel assisting the landmark Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. His ongoing advocacy for justice and human rights complements his new role as joint Patron.
CEO of IGFF Clare Leaney said “As IGFF continues to expand its national reach, the support, endorsement and advocacy of Their Excellencies is a profound honour and a testament to the impact of our work with Survivors, families, and communities. Their appointment as Joint Patrons reflects a shared commitment to justice, healing and systemic change. We are truly delighted to have their distinguished leadership alongside us on this journey.”
Their combined experience, leadership, and commitment to service are an invaluable inspiration to our community.
Governors-General have a proud tradition of serving as Patrons of organisations that make an outstanding contribution to Australian life. In their roles, they actively promote the work of organisations, celebrate the efforts of staff, volunteers and supporters, attend events, and host groups at Government House and Admiralty House. Their support honours the hardworking and selfless Australians who strive every day to make their communities better.
Joint Patrons
Their Excellencies have said, “It is a privilege to stand alongside Survivors, families, whistle-blowers and communities who show extraordinary strength, resilience and determination in the face of adversity. IGFF’s work to support recovery, amplify voices, and drive systemic change speaks to the very best of who we are as a nation.”
Governor-General, Ms Sam Mostyn
