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Technology and Human Rights
16 May 2023SubmissionPrivacy Risks in the Metaverse
Learn more about how Metaverse technologies are threatening our human right to privacy in the digital age. -
Sex Discrimination
13 March 2013WebpageWeb Links
Discover key resources and links for understanding and addressing sex discrimination in Australia, fostering a culture of respect and equality. -
14 December 2012Book page
Commission Website: National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
Melbourne Citymission would like to thank you for the opportunity to provide input into your inquiry into children in immigration detention. It is an issue that goes to the very heart of how we as a nation care for our children. It is particularly pertinent to Melbourne Citymission as we are an organization committed to supporting and advocating on behalf of the marginalised. -
14 December 2012Book page
Section 13 - Conclusion - Addressing sexual orientation and sex and/or gender identity discrimination: Consultation Report (2011)
Equality for people of all sexual orientations and sex/and or gender identities is supported by international human rights agreements which Australia has agreed to observe. Taking steps to achieve such equality is the responsibility of the federal government. For this reason, the Commission is particularly pleased by the Government’s commitment to introduce federal protections from… -
14 December 2012Book page
Appendices2 - Annual Report 2011-2012: Australian Human Rights Commission
1. Section 32 transfer. 2. Departmental Appropriation combines “Ordinary annual services (Appropriation Bill No. 1)” and “Revenue from independent sources (s31)”. -
14 December 2012Book page
Community arrangements for asylum seekers, refugees and stateless persons - Summary
This report is about two distinct subject matters. The first of these is the welcome move by the Australian Government to transfer increasing numbers of asylum seekers, refugees and stateless persons into community arrangements. The second is the situation of people who remain in immigration detention facilities with little or no prospect of being released.[1] -
Education14 December 2012Webpage
Human Rights Explained: Australia and Human Rights Treaties
Discover Australia’s commitment to human rights treaties, including key agreements and their integration into domestic law. Learn more with this fact sheet. -
14 December 2012Book page
Human Rights Act - Useful Links
Human Rights Act TV is website where young people can have their say about their human rights by making a submission online, by text message or by making a youtube clip. -
Complaint Information Service14 December 2012Webpage
The complaint process for complaints about discrimination in employment (ILO)
The Australian Human Rights Commission is an independent agency that investigates and resolves complaints about discrimination and breaches of human rights. -
Rights and Freedoms
24 April 2015PublicationWar and Peace: The ANZAC spirit and human rights
Message from Professor Gillian Triggs Professor Gillian Triggs President Australian Human Rights Commission Every year around Anzac Day, Australians and New Zealanders remember those who fought in all wars and conflicts over the last 100 years. As the national human rights institutions of Australia and New Zealand we wanted to mark the anniversary of the start of the First World War by… -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
3 June 2014PublicationDeclaration Dialogue Series
Implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples – Declaration Dialogue Series -
14 December 2012Book page
Section 12 - Other actions that could be taken by the Australian Government to protect LGBTI people in Australia - Addressing sexual orientation and sex and/or gender identity discrimination: Consultation Report (2011)
The consultation received a number of suggestions about other ways in which the Australian Government could protect the human rights of LGBTI people in Australia. Many participants argued that while anti-discrimination legislation is an important step towards equality, it is essential that it is accompanied by other actions. Suggestions were often informed by personal experiences of… -
Commission – General
14 December 2012SpeechARE WE CROSSING THE LINE?: FORUM ON NATIONAL SECURITY LAWS AND HUMAN RIGHTS
This paper deals with two aspects of the bill: the preventative detention orders and the new sedition offence. It does not touch on the problematic control orders. -
14 December 2012Book page
Native Title Report 2006: Chapter 5: The Argyle Participation Agreement
The Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) and Argyle Management Plan Agreement (AMPA) together are arguably the most comprehensive arrangements ever made between a resource company and traditional owners negotiated in Australia. They are the result of one of the most comprehensive agreement processes undertaken with traditional owners. -
Commission – General
31 January 2013Webpage
Sponsorship
Sponsorship Opportunities The Human Rights Awards recognises and celebrates the extraordinary contribution of individuals, organisations and businesses to the field of human rights. Each year we aim to bring together over 500 guests to celebrate our human rights achievements. The Awards are widely recognised and receive significant media coverage and social media engagement. There are nine … -
Rights and Freedoms
14 December 2012Speech
Launch of Give Me Shelter: Dr Sev Ozdowski (2001)
Lord when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food or thirsty and gave you to drink; a stranger and we welcomed you, naked and clothed you, sick or in prison and we visited you? -
Disability Rights
14 December 2012SpeechVictorian launch of the Companion Card
As Federal Acting Disability Discrimination Commissioner, I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Victorian Government and venues that have supported the Companion Card concept. -
14 December 2012Book page
A last resort? - Summary Guide: International Law
As a sovereign country, Australia has a right to decide who is allowed to enter and stay in the country. However, with this right comes a set of legal responsibilities. -
Rights and Freedoms
23 November 2016Opinion piece
Striking the right balance on free speech
Discover how a former Human Rights Commissioner was asked whether the Racial Discrimination Act impinges on freedom of expression under international law. -
Education31 March 2016Webpage
Get involved – for students
Want to get involved in human rights? Great! Promoting and protecting human rights is everyone’s responsibility! From simply learning more about human rights to becoming a human rights advocate, there are a number of ways that you can make a difference. Explore this section to find out more! Learn about human rights The best place to start is by taking the time to understand and learn about…