Children's Rights
Children and young people have the same human rights as adults and special rights due to their vulnerability. No matter who we are, or what our situations are, we all have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. Learn more about human rights.
About Children's Rights
Just like adults, children have human rights across the full spectrum of civil, cultural, economic, political and social rights.
Our work on behalf of children and young people
The voices of children and young people shape our work. By listening we can research important issues and make recommendations on behalf of children and young people in Australia.
About making a complaint
The AHRC investigates and resolves complaints about human rights breaches against the Commonwealth or its agencies. This includes complaints about breaches of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Projects and guides
The Australian Human Rights Commission has undertaken a number of major projects to draw community attention to the human rights challenges facing children, especially those vulnerable to human rights violations.
For children and young people
I'm a young person, show me stuff about my rights!
Publications
Search or browse our comprehensive collection of reports and research relating to children's rights.
Guides
Explore comprehensive guides on children's rights, including resources for students, teachers, and parents, provided by the Australian Human Rights Commission.
International Children's Rights
The UN Committee monitors the Rights of the Child implementation. Australia reports every 5 years on progress and challenges in protecting children's rights.
Latest News
Childrens Rights
Our domestic and family violence services are leaving kids behind
In an opinion piece for Nine Newspapers, including the Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Brisbane Times, outgoing National Children's Commissioner Anne Hollonds calls on Australian governments to prioritise children's safety and wellbeing in every stage of their life - with particular scrutiny on national domestic and family violence services.
