Rights and Freedoms
Free and Equal: An Australian conversation on human rights
What makes an effective system of human rights protection for 21st century Australia? What are we doing well and what steps do we still need to take?
Projects
Rights and Freedoms
Race Discrimination
I'm Not Racist But... 40 years of the Race Discrimination Act
Learn how the Race Discrimination Commissioner has a responsibility to promote understanding and acceptance of the Racial Discrimination Act.
Race Discrimination
National Anti-Racism Strategy and Racism. It Stops with Me Campaign
The National Anti-Racism Strategy was launched in Melbourne on 24 August 2012. Racism. It Stops With Me is a campaign which invites all Australians to reflect on what they can do to counter racism wherever it happens.
Sex Discrimination
Violence against women
Violence against women continues to be one of the most prevalent human rights abuses in Australia, and around the world.
LGBTIQ+
Sogi's Story
This is SOGI’s Story, but it’s many others too. Discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity is pervasive across many parts of the world. Addressing this burden of discrimination has been identified as a key issue by the Commonwealth Forum of National Human Rights...
Children's Rights
Statement of Intent on Children's Rights in Early Childhood Education and Care
In 2014, the National Children's Commissioner worked with Early Childhood Australia (ECA) to develop a Statement of Intent on Children’s Rights in Early Childhood Education and Care (Statement of Intent). The Statement of Intent identifies priority areas for action. It is a practical tool designed...
Children's Rights
A model charter of rights for children and young people detained in youth justice facilities
This Charter of Rights tells you what you can expect while you are detained. The rights apply to everyone so you have to respect other people’s rights.
Rights and Freedoms
Freedom of Religion and Belief
Freedom of religion and belief is a fundamental human right protected by a number of international treaties and declarations, including article 18(1) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). This right encompasses freedom of thought on all matters and the freedom to...
Rights and Freedoms
Human rights and the Internet
The Internet provides unparalleled opportunities for the promotion and advancement of certain rights
Rights and Freedoms
Right to freedom of information, opinion and expression
This page provides access to a range of Commission work regarding the right to freedom of information, opinion and expression.
Sex Discrimination
Investing in care: Recognising and valuing those who care
There are nearly 5.5 million unpaid carers between the ages of 15 to 64 years in AustraliaBalancing paid work and family responsibilities
Successfully balancing paid work with family responsibilities remains a major challenge for a large number of Australians. With women continuing to carry the majority of Australia’s unpaid caring work, creating workplaces that support women and men to balance paid work and share caring...
Disability Rights
Twenty Years: Twenty Stories
Celebrating 20 years of the Disability Discrimination Act
LGBTIQ+
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Equality
Do you think you have been discriminated against in employment for reasons relating to your sexuality? See our Complaints page for information on how to make a complaint to the Australian Human Rights Commission.
Children's Rights
Back Me Up
The campaign was launched to encourage young people to support their friends targeted by cyberbullying.
Sex Discrimination
