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14 December 2012Book page
Appendix 2: Definitions in state and territory laws - Addressing sexual orientation and sex and/or gender identity discrimination: Consultation Report (2011)
‘A reference in this Part to a person being transgender or a transgender person is a reference to a person, whether or not the person is a recognised transgender person: -
14 December 2012Book page
Social Justice Report 2004 : SUMMARY SHEET FIVE
Indigenous health - Programs for addressing Indigenous health reveal the problem of a lack of implementation of human rights. The National Aboriginal Health Strategy (1989) and the current National Strategic Framework for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health have been agreed by the Commonwealth with States and Territories. Both documents identify, from a human rights perspective, the key issues that must be addressed to improve Indigenous health and yet they have made very little difference to the problem (pp5-6). -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice14 December 2012Publication
Promoting Rights for Indigenous Young People with Mental Health Issues
Part 1: Why do we need this research? Arguing for protection, prevention and knowledge for Indigenous young people with cognitive disabilities and mental health issues -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
National Human Rights Consultation
Learn how Australia has committed to a greater emphasis on human rights education under the World Program for Human Rights Education. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Submission -Social Security and Veteran’s Entitlements Legislation Amendment (Schooling Requirements) 2008 Bill
The Commission commends the Government for recognising the importance of addressing the need to improve school enrolments and attendance as a critical step towards realising the right to education for all children. The Commission supports the Government’s aims to promote and protect children’s right to education. -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice14 December 2012Webpage
Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues: Round Table Discussion: ‘Indigenous Peoples and the private sector and the issue of Indigenous entrepreneurship and how it is supported on the local, regional and global fora’
Can I begin by thanking Pam Kraft of the Tribal Link Foundation for the invitation to participate in this roundtable today to discuss issues relating to Indigenous People and the private sector. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Inquiry into International Student Accommodation in New South Wales (2011)
The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the opportunity to submit comments to the Social Policy Committee of the NSW Legislative Assembly in its Inquiry into International Student Accommodation in New South Wales. The Commission is established by the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 (Cth) and is Australia’s national human rights institution. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Submission - Inquiry into Multiculturalism in Australia (2011)
The Australian Human Rights Commission makes this submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in its Inquiry into Multiculturalism in Australia. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Inquiry into the National Security Legislation Monitor Bill 2009
The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) makes this submission to the Senate Finance and Public Administration Committee (the Committee) in its Inquiry into National Security Legislation Monitor Bill 2009 (the Bill). -
Rights and Freedoms14 December 2012Project
OPCAT: Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture
(OPCAT) is an international agreement aimed at preventing torture and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. -
14 December 2012Book page
Mature Workers: 4. Help for Employers
Tackling discrimination and harassment in the workplace is legal obligation for all employers – but it’s also good for business. It can help you get the best for person for the job and reduce the potential for costly complaints and disruptions. -
14 December 2012Book page
HREOC Annual Report 2003-2004 : Chapter 2: Human rights education and promotion
A central function of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission is to undertake education programs that increase public awareness and generate discussion of human rights and anti-discrimination issues within Australia. -
14 December 2012Book page
Freedom of Religion and Belief in the 21st Century - Discussion Paper (2008)
Submissions are invited on issues of Freedom of Religion and Belief in the 21st Century in Australia. In particular we are interested in your responses to any or all of the questions in the Discussion Paper, as well as any other issues of concern. -
Employers11 February 2015Webpage
A quick guide to Australian discrimination laws
Explore key information about Australia's anti-discrimination laws for employers. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Application for exemption under DDA section 55: Cinema captioning and audio description
The Commission has received an application (linked in Word format) on behalf of Hoyts Corporation, Greater Union Organisation, Village Cinemas and Reading Cinemas (the applicants) for a Temporary Exemption under section 55 of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) from complaints in relation to the provision of captions and audio description in cinemas operated by the applicants. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Appendix 3 – Statement of Constitutional Validity of an Australian Human Rights Act
On 22 April 2009 the Australian Human Rights Commission convened a meeting of Australian constitutional and human rights lawyers to discuss the constitutional implications of an Australian Human Rights Act. This statement records the consensus reached by those at the meeting. Their names are listed below. -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice14 December 2012Publication
Native Title Report 2006: Index
The report is provided in accordance with section 209 of the Native Title Act 1993. In light of recent developments in land rights during the reporting period, I have also examined the enjoyment and exercise of human rights by Aboriginal persons and Torres Strait Islander persons in accordance with section 46(1)(a) of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986. -
LGBTIQ+18 June 2013Project
Marriage equality
The Australian Human Rights Commission considers that the fundamental human rights principle of equality means that civil marriage should be available, without discrimination, to all couples, regardless of sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. Position Paper Marriage equality in a changing world Information Sheets This information sheet gives an overview of the religious exemptions to ... -
14 December 2012Book page
About the Commission - Annual Report 2011-2012: Australian Human Rights Commission
We have statutory responsibilities under these laws, including to investigate and conciliate complaints of alleged discrimination and breaches of human rights recognised under international conventions to which Australia is a party and to promote and protect these human rights generally. -
14 December 2012Book page
HREOC - Annual Report 2001 - 2002: Financial Statements
I have audited the financial statements of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission for the year ended 30 June 2002. The financial Statements comprise:
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