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Rights and Freedoms
28 October 2020Webpage
What is the Commission’s view on limiting human rights during COVID-19?
Learn how human rights should only be restricted where there is no other alternative and restrictions on rights can be justified to protect public health. -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
19 November 2019SpeechStrong Communities, Strong Kids, AbSec Biennial Conference
Acknowledgements and Introductions Yaningi warangira ngindaji yuwa muwayi ingirranggu, Traditional Owners yani u. Balangarri wadjirragali jarra ningi – gamali ngindaji yau muwayi nyirrami ngarri thangani. Yaningi miya ngindaji Muwayi ingga winyira ngarragi thangani. Yathawarra, wilalawarra jalangurru ngarri guda. Thank you to Tim Ireland and AbSec for inviting me to speak to you all today. I… -
Children's Rights
24 August 2022Publication
'Mental health shapes my life': COVID-19 & kids' wellbeing (2022)
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, children and their families have experienced unparalleled disruptions to their daily lives. Although the pandemic is far from over, it is important that we understand how children have dealt with these. -
Children's Rights
6 April 2022Publication
Keeping kids safe and well: your voices
Children and young people are experts in their own lives, and their insights are critical for understanding how we can better support their safety and wellbeing. -
Disability Rights
13 March 2024WebpageResources for job-seekers and employees
Explore our resources for people with disability who are looking for work, advancing their career or thinking about self-employment. -
Education9 February 2021Webpage
Anti-racism training
Create a positive workplace culture by upskilling your team members in anti-racism, with online training from the organisation that developed Australia’s Racism. It Stops With Me campaign. -
Sex Discrimination
16 June 2021Publication
Equality across the board: Investing in workplaces that work for everyone (2021)
This report presents research into the collection and reporting of workplace data relevant to sexual harassment by ASX200 companies. -
Human Resources7 November 2018Webpage
Life at the Commission
Learn about working at the Human Rights Commission, including current job opportunities, workplace culture and diversity, and pathways to employment. -
Race Discrimination
18 March 2021Publication
Racial Equality Review of Basketball Australia (2021)
In August 2020, the Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) was engaged by Basketball Australia to undertake an independent Racial Equality Review (‘the Review’) of the sport at a national level -
Commission – General
28 August 2020PublicationCorporate Plan 2020 - 2021
Respect for human rights and freedoms is the cornerstone of a cohesive and peaceful society in which everyone can make a contribution and feel safe and included. This Corporate Plan shows how we achieve our purpose and promote an Australian society where human rights are enjoyed by everyone, everywhere, everyday. It has been prepared in accordance with s 35(1)(b) of the Public Governance -
Commission – General
14 October 2019Webpage
Senate file listing: 1 Jan 2019 - 30 June 2019
SENATE FILE LIST FOR THE AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION 1 JANUARY 2019 – 30 JUNE 2019 see previous File Id Name Create Date '2018/34-3 AGE DISCRIMINATION COMMISSIONER - GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE 2018 COMMUNITY RELATIONS - DISCRIMINATION & RESEARCH ENQUIRIES '2019-06-27 '2018/153-2 2018 CHILDREN'S RIGHTS REPORT UN SUBMISSIONS COMMUNITY RELATIONS - CHILDREN'S RIGHTS SUBMISSIONS '2019-03… -
Children's Rights
19 September 2018Webpage
Children's Rights
Discover how the Human Rights Commission ensures that children and young people have a say when it comes to issues that impact their lives. -
Children's Rights
9 September 2022Speech
Every child, in every community, needs a fair go. Shining a light on supporting children to grow up safe and supported
His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC, Governor-General of Australia, and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley. Thank you for launching National Child Protection Week 2022 and for hosting us today. I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of this land, the Ngunnawal people, and pay my respect to their elders, past, present and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and… -
Commission – General
7 September 2020E-bulletin (Monthly)
September ebulletin
However, given the extraordinary circumstances of 2020 we believe a new and different approach is needed to celebrate the many human rights heroes who have emerged this year. -
Sex Discrimination
2 November 2023Webpage
Education
This is a series of free mini eLearning courses about the positive duty in the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) developed by the AHRC. -
Commission – General
27 August 2021Publication
Corporate Plan 2021 - 2022
Respect for human rights and freedoms is the cornerstone of a cohesive and peaceful society in which everyone can make a contribution and feel safe and included. This Corporate Plan shows how we achieve our purpose and promote an Australian society where human rights are enjoyed by everyone, everywhere, everyday -
Disability Rights
2 May 2024Webpage
Writing a resume and cover letter
Learn about writing a resumé and cover letter, including when you might, or might not want to share information about disability. -
11 June 2021Webpage
Campaign video
View a video that outlines the value of older workers, including the benefits of the experience they bring to businesses, including skills and ideas. -
Disability Rights
1 May 2024Webpage
Customising a job for a person with disability
Check out this employer’s guide to customising jobs for people with disability, and the steps, features and benefits of job customisation. -
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.