The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) is an independent third party which investigates complaints about discrimination and human rights breaches.
Human rights recognise the inherent value of each person, regardless of background, where we live, what we look like, what we think or what we believe.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
15:00-18:00 Item 5 (g) (continued) Thematic dialogue on the financing of Indigenous Peoples’ work and participation across the multilateral and regional system
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
11:45 – 13:00 Item 3 Discussion on the theme “Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples within United Nations Member States and the United Nations system, including identifying good practices and addressing challenges”
LGBTIQ+
Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner supports trans and gender diverse community after UK Supreme Court ruled trans women aren't 'women' under the Equality Act 2010.
Legal
The Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 empowers the Commission to investigate breaches of human rights and workplace discrimination. Reports to the Minister are prepared, including recommendations for action.
Business and Human Rights
Business and Human Rights
