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Sex Discrimination10 August 2023Media Release
Resource: workplace harassment, discrimination and victimisation
The Australian Human Rights Commission has launched a series of resources to help organisations and businesses understand and comply with their obligations under the positive duty. -
14 December 2012Book page
Social Justice Report 2005 :
The most comprehensive statement of this right is Article 12 of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR).1 Article 12 states: -
Disability Rights14 December 2012Speech
OHS & HREOC Inquiry
Attorney-General, conference delegates. Before I commence my presentation today I would like to thank Discrimination Alert and Occupational Health News for organising this very important forum to discuss recent changes in law and policy and the impact of these changes on equal employment opportunities for Australians and health and safety in our workplaces. -
14 April 2022Conciliation register
2021-02-03
The complainant’s partner is blind and uses a guide dog. The complainant alleged the respondent airport did not have safe and convenient facilities for the watering and toileting of the guide dog. On being advised of the complaint, the airport indicated a willingness to try to resolve the complaint by conciliation. The complaint was resolved with an agreement that the airport will… -
Commission – General14 December 2012Webpage
Violence, Harassment and Bullying
Violence, harassment and bullying can violate our human rights. Find out how to deal with bullying and where to get help. -
Commission – General7 August 2018Webpage
Senate file listing: 1 Jan 2018 - 30 June 2018
SENATE FILE LIST FOR AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION 1 JANUARY 2018 - 30 JUNE 2018 see previous File Id File Name Create Date '2016/357-7 SUBMISSIONS - UNIVERSITY SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT PROJECT HUMAN RIGHTS COMPLIANCE - MAJOR PROJECTS & INQUIRIES SUBMISSIONS '2018-02-14 '2017/47-3 UNITED NATIONS ENGAGEMENT 2016 - 2017: SPECIAL RAPPORTEURS PUBLIC AWARENESS AND EDUCATION -… -
14 December 2012Book page
Social Justice Report 2007 - Appendix 2
To develop a nationwide picture of existing government initiatives that address family violence, the Social Justice Commissioner sent correspondence to all State, Territory and relevant Australian government departments[1] requesting information on their policies and programs during the period 2006-2007. -
Commission – General14 December 2012Webpage
Cyberbullying, Human rights and bystanders
The Commission currently has tackling violence, harassment and bullying; as one of its priority themes. The Commission believes that this is an issue that profoundly affects the lives of thousands of people living in Australia. -
14 December 2012Book page
3. Managing mental illness in the workplace
Some workers will choose to disclose their mental illness if they require workplace support. Others may choose not to disclose their illness if they feel they do not require any workplace support or fear an adverse reaction. -
Technology and Human Rights16 August 2023News story
Australia Needs AI Regulation
Learn more about how Australia must regulate AI to ensure that it is ethical and that it protects and promotes human rights. -
Children's Rights17 January 2019Media Release
Commission welcomes National Apology
The Australian Human Rights Commission today welcomes the Prime Minister’s National Apology to Victims and Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse, which will take place this morning at Parliament House in Canberra. The National Children’s Commissioner, Megan Mitchell said it’s an incredibly significant and historic moment in time. “I applaud the Prime Minister in taking this… -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Independent Interim Report on CEDAW
Para 29: The Committee encourages the State party to continue its efforts to tackle the persistent problem of violence against women and urges the State party to adopt national legislation and adopt, implement and adequately fund as a matter of urgency the National Action Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and Their Children, including a mechanism for independent monitoring. -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice31 October 2023Opinion piece
Now is the time to act. The referendum must not lead to despair, but to a search for new ways to secure justice
This opinion piece by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner June Oscar AO, appeared in The Guardian Australia on Sunday 29 October 2023 The day the proposal for a constitutionally enshrined Indigenous voice was rejected by the majority of my fellow Australians will be remembered by many as a sombre day in our country’s history. After the result, there is much pain… -
Children's Rights16 December 2016Speech
Pathways to Inclusion: the voice of the child in decision making
Association of Children’s Welfare Agencies Conference 2016 Introduction Good afternoon everyone and thank you Wendy for the introduction. It’s fantastic to be here today amongst so many people committed to the wellbeing of children in Australia. I too would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet today, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and pay my… -
Children's Rights2 April 2015Speech
Supporting young children’s rights: Statement of Intent
Good morning and thank you for the introduction. I’d like to start by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we are meeting, and pay my respects to their elders past and present. It’s a pleasure and a privilege to be here today to launch the Statement of Intent on Supporting Young Children’s Rights. Thank you all for coming along. I am very proud of this initiative, which… -
Technology and Human Rights7 August 2023News story
Schools Should Prepare for an AI-Future
Learn more about how ethical AI can be used in schools and education to promote learning and strengthen human rights. -
Sex Discrimination15 July 2015Webpage
Working Parents: A quick guide to your rights
Discover your rights as a working parent in Australia with this concise guide, covering anti-discrimination laws and fair work standards. -
Rights and Freedoms28 September 2023Opinion piece
COVID-19 Inquiry a missed opportunity
Read the Human Rights Commissioner, Ms Lorraine Finlay's op-ed about the terms of reference for the inquiry in Australia's pandemic response. Understanding the full human cost of the pandemic is vital for ensuring a more effective response for future public emergencies. -
Sex Discrimination20 May 2016Webpage
List of Support Services
If you feel unsafe now, phone 000 . You can contact police regarding any sexual harassment, sexual assault or bullying that involves criminal conduct. If you are participating in the Independent Review into Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces and at any stage become distressed or require additional support from someone not involved in the Review, please call the Commonwealth Parliamentary …
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