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Founded by globally respected human rights advocate, Kristen Hilton, KHA provides services that span policy innovation, cultural and human rights reviews, and strategic advice to help leaders, governments, organisations, and communities embed equity, dignity, and accountability into their core practices.

As a former Human Rights Commissioner and trusted keynote speaker, Kristen brings a rare blend of legal expertise, creativity, and visionary leadership to every engagement. At the heart of KHA’s work is a commitment to justice and human rights. KHA partners with clients to navigate complex social landscapes, challenge systemic barriers, and co-create solutions that are both principled and pragmatic. KHA’s approach is grounded in empathy, rigor, and a belief in the power of collective change. KHA is a space where strategy meets conscience—where courageous ideas are matched with deep care for people and place.

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Service areas

Strategic leadership development and policy innovation

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Strategic leadership development and policy innovation

KHA partners with organisations and leaders to embed human rights principles and values, crafting innovative policies that drive growth and leave a lasting impact.

Stakeholder engagement and advocacy

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Stakeholder engagement and advocacy

KHA builds trusting relationships and crafts compelling advocacy strategies that align key stakeholders through shared values, driving systemic change.

Cultural transformation and implementation

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Cultural transformation and implementation

KHA guides organisations through cultural evolution, embedding respect, inclusion, and ethical decision-making to create thriving, high-performing workplaces.

Strategic leadership development and policy innovation

I

Strategic leadership development and policy innovation

KHA partners with organisations and leaders to embed human rights principles and values, crafting innovative policies that drive growth and leave a lasting impact.

Stakeholder engagement and advocacy

II

Stakeholder engagement and advocacy

KHA builds trusting relationships and crafts compelling advocacy strategies that align key stakeholders through shared values, driving systemic change.

Cultural transformation and implementation

III

Cultural transformation and implementation

KHA guides organisations through cultural evolution, embedding respect, inclusion, and ethical decision-making to create thriving, high-performing workplaces.

Select projects and clients

Department of Justice and Community Safety (Victoria)

Led the Independent Review into the culture of the Adult Corrections

Department of Justice and Community Safety (Victoria), Led the Independent Review into the culture of the Adult Corrections

Office of the Racing Integrity Commissioner

Independent Review into Victorian Racing Industry Victim Support and Complaint Processes

Office of the Racing Integrity Commissioner, Independent Review into Victorian Racing Industry Victim Support and Complaint Processes

BHP

Development of Alternative Dispute Pathways and Investigations Project

BHP, Development of Alternative Dispute Pathways and Investigations Project

New South Wales Police Force

Independent Review into the Culture of New South Wales Police Force

New South Wales Police Force, Independent Review into the Culture of New South Wales Police Force

Judicial College Victoria

Facilitation of Judicial Management Forum

Judicial College Victoria, Facilitation of Judicial Management Forum

Queensland Fire Department

Audit of Complaints Management Process

Queensland Fire Department, Audit of Complaints Management Process

Victoria Legal Aid

Independent review of cultural and psychological safety

Victoria Legal Aid, Independent review of cultural and psychological safety

Champions of Change Coalition

Convenor

Champions of Change Coalition, Convenor

Stories

NSW Police culture review to focus on sexual harassment

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AFL 2023: Players association calls in human rights heavy hitter, urges league to put people before brand

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School journal a window into heart of new Human Rights Commissioner

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Words about KHA

“Kristen is someone who can say challenging things, but because of her credibility and warmth, people listen. It’s rare to find someone who can do both at that level.”

"The biggest mistake consultants make is thinking they can roll out the same old formula. KHA never do that."

“Intuition, strategy and personal presence is what sets KHA and Kristen apart in a competitive space.”

“KHA understand and know how to communicate risk without scaring people. They are masters of stakeholder management.”

To discuss a project, collaboration or appearance with Kristen, you are welcome to email directly or make a time to chat below. 

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KHA acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work and pay our respects to Indigenous Elders past, present and emerging. Sovereignty has never been ceded.

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