Jo Leveritt is a human rights lawyer, advocacy leader and strategic voice known for composure when it matters most. She is engaged for high-stakes conversations, public-facing matters and decisionmaking environments where preparation, judgement and clear communication are essential.
HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER | CEO, LEVARA™ ADVOCACY | SPEAKER & COLUMNIST | ADVOCACY LEADER | REGIONAL LEADERSHIP VOICE
HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER
CEO, LEVARA™ ADVOCACY
SPEAKER & COLUMNIST
ADVOCACY LEADER
REGIONAL LEADERSHIP VOICE
ABOUT
Jo Leveritt works at the intersection of law, advocacy, leadership and public decision-making. Known for her measured presence and disciplined preparation, Jo brings clarity, credibility and calm authority to matters that require care, discretion and strategic direction. Her work spans legal advocacy, public speaking, advisory conversations, media commentary, community leadership and the development of advocacy capability through LEVARA™ Advocacy. Across every role, Jo’s standard is consistent: understand the issue deeply, prepare with care, communicate with authority and act with integrity.
“When the stakes are high, calm is not passive. It is strategic.”
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS
+ Australia Day 2026 Citizen of the Year (Bundaberg Regional Council)
+ CQ University 2026 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year
ENGAGEMENT
Jo is available for selected speaking, advisory, media and collaboration opportunities where the alignment, purpose and timing are clear.
Jo speaks on advocacy, leadership, public voice, justice systems, regional issues and the realities of high-stakes decision-making. Her style is composed, intelligent and practical - designed for audiences who value substance over performance.
For leaders, organisations and public-facing individuals navigating sensitive matters, Jo offers private advisory conversations grounded in preparation, communication and strategic judgement. This is focused, confidential guidance for moments that require care and discretion.
As a lawyer, columnist and advocacy leader, Jo offers considered commentary on advocacy, human rights, women, families, regional communities and public decision-making. She is available for selected media, podcast and interview opportunities aligned with her expertise.
Jo collaborates with aligned organisations, professional networks, government bodies and community leaders on projects that raise the standard of advocacy, communication and public trust.
Download the Speaker Kit to explore Jo Leveritt’s keynote themes, speaking style and event experience.
AUTHORITY
Jo speaks, advises and contributes to conversations shaped by advocacy, justice, leadership and the lived realities of people navigating high-stakes systems.
Jo’s authority is supported by legal practice, public leadership, speaking experience, published commentary, community contribution and her work building LEVARA™ Advocacy.
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LEVARA™ ADVOCACY
Watch this space as Jo brings a new standard of advocacy capability to individuals, advocates, organisations and communities across Australia. LEVARA™ Advocacy is currently in development, with the brand platform launching later this year.
LEVARA™ Advocacy is the next evolution of Jo’s work – a national capability platform being built to help individuals, advocates and organisations communicate clearly when important decisions are being made. Created to sit between community services and legal representation, LEVARA™ Advocacy will support people to prepare their case, strengthen their voice and approach high-stakes conversations with greater structure and confidence. It will also support advocates and teams to practise to a consistent standard.
WHO JO HAS WORKED WITH
CONTACT
Jo works selectively with people and organisations where the purpose, timing and alignment are clear. For speaking invitations, media commentary, advisory conversations, consulting projects or strategic collaborations, please submit an enquiry below. Jo’s team will review your request and respond with the most appropriate next step.
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Inside, you’ll learn more about Jo’s speaking topics, areas of authority and engagement opportunities across advocacy, leadership and high-stakes decision-making.
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