Projects

Race Discrimination

In our own words - African Australians: A review of human rights and social inclusion issues (2010)

In 2007, the former Race Discrimination Commissioner, Tom Calma, had a vision to develop a human rights initiative based on the experiences of African Australians, to inform future policy and programs.

Rights and Freedoms

Right to vote

The right to vote is not enjoyed equally by all Australians A healthy democracy makes sure that all members of the community have equal access to the political process. Australia is a democratic nation where governments are elected by popular vote. However, even though almost all Australians over 18...

Disability Rights

National Inquiry into Employment and Disability

Discover a range of resources developed by the Human Rights Commission related to the National Inquiry into Employment and Disability.

Disability Rights

Reform of the assistance animals provision of the Disability Discrimination Act (2003)

Reform of the assistance animals provision of the Disability Discrimination Act REPORT FOLLOWING CONSULTATIONS ON SECTION 9(1)(f) OF THE DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION ACT 1992 DEALING WITH ASSISTANCE ANIMALS OTHER THAN GUIDE DOGS AND HEARING DOGS. Dr Sev Ozdowski OAM Acting Disability Discrimination...

Disability Rights

Accommodation issues under the DDA and Disability Convention

Section 25 of the DDA makes it unlawful to discriminate in provision of accommodation on the grounds of disability of a person or his or her associates:

Disability Rights

The Sterilisation of Girls and Young Women in Australia: issues and progress (2001)

A 2001 Report jointly commissioned by the Sex Discrimination Commissioner and the Disability Discrimination Commissioner at the Australian Human Rights Commission

Disability Rights

The Overlooked Consumers

A Discussion Paper examining the Access, Challenges and Emerging Possibilities for Consumer Electronics and Home Appliances.

Disability Rights

Education and disability

Explore the Commission's entry point on resources regarding equal access and opportunity to education for people with disabilities.