
Hannah Tonkin
Hannah Tonkin is the Women’s Safety Commissioner for New South Wales, Australia, where she advocates for the protection and safety of women, particularly those affected by domestic violence. Recently, she raised concerns about the risks posed by the government's new AusAlert emergency alert system for individuals using hidden or safe phones to escape abusive situations.
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Women’s Safety Commissioner Dr Hannah Tonkin said: 'Allowing complainants’ pre-recorded evidence-in-chief to be used during sexual assault trials will enable them to give their account much earlier'.
NSW adult sexual assault trial reforms introduced by Minns government to reduce traumaThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-09-21
Hannah Tonkin, Women’s Safety Commissioner for NSW, expressed concern for people using hidden phones to access safety and support services.
Emergency sounding may expose DV victims’ safe phonesThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-07-20
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