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Rights and Freedoms
21 January 2022Opinion pieceNovak Djokovic drew global attention to Australia's immigration detention regime. Now we need proper scrutiny of all places of detention
Novak Djokovic’s recent detention at Melbourne’s Park Hotel drew international attention to Australia’s use of hotels as Alternative Places of Detention by immigration authorities. But while Djokovic’s detention was measured in days, others still remaining in the Park Hotel measure their detention in years. Hotels are simply not appropriate places to detain people for extended periods. The… -
19 September 2018Webpage
Complaints
We investigate and resolve complaints of discrimination and breaches of human rights. You can make a complaint no matter where you live in Australia. Our service is free, impartial and informal. -
Disability Rights
3 December 2021VideoInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities 3 December 2021
Dr. Ben Gauntlett, Disability Discrimination Commissioner at the Australian Human Rights Commission speaks about the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December, 2021 -
Children's Rights
27 July 2021Opinion pieceProtect children from data surveillance
Even before birth, Australian children are the targets of technology that collects their data and threatens their privacy – but right now we have an opportunity to protect them and future generations. Parents who use pregnancy apps or share ultrasounds on social media can expect information about their children to be collected and sold to advertisers for profit. Once a child is born, baby… -
Technology and Human Rights
5 April 2023SubmissionForeign Interference through Social Media
Learn how foreign actors use social media to interfere with Australia's national interest and human rights. -
Rights and Freedoms
4 April 2023Submission
Addressing Human Trafficking, Slavery and Slavery-like Practices
Learn how the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth) can be amended to better address human trafficking and slavery-like practices. -
25 September 2018Webpage
Culture & diversity
Learn how the Commission supports a diverse workforce and understands that a positive workplace culture is key to any effective organisation. -
Technology and Human Rights
19 July 2023Submission
Utilising ethical AI in the education system
Learn more about how ethical AI can be used in schools and education to promote learning and human rights. -
Legal
30 November 2023PublicationMr DC v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) (2023)
Learn about the case of Mr. DC v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) 2023. -
Age Discrimination
15 May 2023Media ReleaseCentenarian portrait exhibition smashes ageism myths
A new portrait exhibition opening this weekend has been lauded for dismantling ageist stereotypes and fostering strong connections between teenagers and centenarians by the Age Discrimination Commissioner, The Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO. The Centenarian Portrait Project by Teenagers is an ambitious 7-year long, nation-wide portrait project of teenage artists painting people aged 100 years or… -
Age Discrimination
11 June 2021Video
Older Workers
Retaining older workers and maintaining a productive multigenerational workplace brings a host of benefits for businesses, including the retention of organisational knowledge, enhanced productivity, and diversity of skills and ideas. Read more at the Older Workers Resource Hub -
Legal
24 November 2023Publication
Mr Anees v Commonwealth (Department of Home Affairs) (2023)
Report into a failure to treat a person deprived of their liberty with humanity and respect for their inherent dignity -
Rights and Freedoms
27 May 2021Video
Accountable AI decision making: Human Rights and Technology 2021
Artificial Intelligence offers great opportunities – but it also has the potential to do great harm. The Australian Human Rights Commission’s new Human Rights and Technology report recommends safeguards to protect the community, as Human Rights Commissioner Ed Santow explains. Read more: https://tech.humanrights.gov.au -
Legal
8 November 2022Submission
Inquiry into the National Anti-Corruption Commission Legislation
The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) makes this submission to the Joint Select Committee in relation to its inquiry into the National Anti-Corruption Commission Legislation, being the National Anti-Corruption Commission Bill 2022 and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2022. -
Rights and Freedoms
1 May 2021Media Release
Travel ban and sanctions on Australians travelling from India
The travel ban on Australian citizens returning from India, accompanied by criminal sanctions under the Biosecurity Act, raises serious human rights concerns. The Commission supports the continuation of aid to the Indian Government as it copes with the current COVID-19 crisis, but the Commission holds deep concerns about these extraordinary new restrictions on Australians returning to… -
18 September 2018Webpage
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We offer a range of services to help you understand and protect your human rights. Contact the Australian Human Rights Commission. -
Legal
15 November 2023Publication
Mr JC v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) (2023)
Mr JC v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) [2023] AusHRC 153 Report into arbitrary detention Australian Human Rights Commission 2023 -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
24 November 2021VideoYajilarra nhingi, mindija warrma (from dreams, let's make it reality)
In the Bunuba language, Yajilarra nhingi, mindija warrma means ‘from dreams, let’s make it reality’. This animation captures the story of Wiyi Yani U Thangani (Women’s Voices) – the story of strength, resilience, sovereignty and power that has been told by the voices of First Nations women and girls. The animation builds on the landmark Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report and project led by the… -
Business and Human Rights
23 February 2021Publication
Fact Sheet: The Australian mining and resource sector and human rights (2014)
The impact of mining and exploration activities on the human rights of employees and surrounding communities is well understood. Integrating human rights considerations into core business practice in the extractive sector is not only vital for managing business risks but also for creating opportunities. This Fact Sheet outlines how human rights are relevant to the mining and resource sector,… -
Business and Human Rights
23 February 2021Publication
Fact Sheet: Integrating human rights into Australian business practice (2014)
The business and human rights landscape has evolved significantly over the last decade. In June 2011, the United Nations Human Rights Council unanimously adopted the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (the Guiding Principles). The Guiding Principles provide a global standard for addressing and preventing human rights impacts associated with business activity. This Fact Sheet…