Sandy Ng, an Icon of Change in Sydney, Australia

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Sandy Ng
Senior Consultant, KPMG Australia ESG (Human Rights & Social Impact)
Masters of Social Justice (Human Rights) & Bachelor of Arts/Advanced Studies (International and Global Studies), University of Sydney

SDG Focus: Goal 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth (Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all)
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Young Changemaker for Business and Human Rights Advisory, Social Impact Integration in Corporate Operations, Modern Slavery Prevention, and Human-Centered Value Creation in ESG Practices (Australia)

Sandy Ng is a rising leader among the next generation of forward-thinking business and human rights specialists, dedicated to embedding social good and respect for human rights into the core of corporate systems and operations. As Senior Consultant in KPMG Australia's ESG Advisory team (formerly Banarra), she collaborates closely with organizations across sectors to identify, assess, and manage human rights risks and opportunities related to workers, communities, and consumers. Sandy partners with businesses to address complex challenges such as modern slavery, climate-related social impacts, social license to operate, and grievance mechanisms, aligning efforts with the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights to prevent harm, foster positive social value, and build resilient, people-centered practices.

Since joining KPMG in 2022 as a graduate consultant, Sandy has advanced rapidly to her current senior role (promoted in recent years), contributing to high-impact projects including the development of practical guides in collaboration with the Property Council of Australia, such as resources on listening and responding to modern slavery in the property and construction sector, and effective remediation and grievance processes. These tools empower businesses to implement meaningful human rights due diligence, enhance transparency, and create healthier, more equitable workplaces. Her work places people at the heart of economic decision-making, helping major organizations navigate ESG complexities while driving sustainable, inclusive growth.

Sandy's passion for global citizenship and human rights was evident early in her leadership as President of the Sydney University United Nations Society (SUUNS), where she led the organization through the challenges of the COVID-19 era. Under her optimistic guidance, SUUNS supported over 150 members in developing professional and social skills as global citizens through diverse events, strengthened connections within Australia's Model United Nations community, and delivered the most successful Sydney University Model United Nations Conference (SydMUN) to date in her roles as Co-Secretary-General and other key positions.