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WEBThe Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) is an independent third party which investigates complaints about discrimination and human rights breaches. Human rights recognise the inherent value of each person, regardless of background, where we live, what we look like, what we think or what we ...
About - Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBThe Commission is Australia’s National Human Rights Institution. We investigate and conciliate discrimination and human rights complaints. Our complaints process is free and confidential and allows individuals to resolve disputes quickly and effectively. We advocate to government and others for human rights to be considered in laws and policy ...
Universal Declaration of Human Rights - Human rights at your …
WEBUniversal Declaration of Human Rights. Adopted and proclaimed by General Assembly resolution 217 A(III) of 10 December 1948. PREAMBLE. Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world,
What are human rights? | Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBKnow your rights. Visit our Know your rights brochures.. Human rights treaties. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations on 10 December 1948, sets out the basic rights and freedoms that apply to all people.Drafted in the aftermath of World War Two, it has become a foundation document that has inspired many legally …
A National Human Rights Act for Australia
WEBOn 7 March 2023, the Australian Human Rights Commission officially launched our Position Paper outlining our proposal for a Human Rights Act for Australia. The launch featured a speech from Commission President, Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher AM, and a panel discussion featuring a range of legal, human rights and parliamentary experts.
What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
WEBJan 1, 2008 — The Universal Declaration begins by recognising that. "the inherent dignity of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world". It declares that human rights are universal – to be enjoyed by all people, no matter who they are or where they live. The Universal Declaration includes civil and ...
What are human rights? | Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBHuman rights are the ground rules for how we should treat one another: with dignity, respect, equality and fairness. Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world, for no other reason than that they were born human. They set out basic standards for how people should be treated, including in emergencies.
Rights and Freedoms | Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBJun 6, 2024 — Government must seize the moment for a National Human Rights Act. A new parliamentary report recommending a National Human Rights Act as part of a revitalised Human Rights Framework brings Australia closer than ever before to establishing the basic legal protections that Australians need. The report, tabled in Federal Parliament today, …
Human Rights Explained fact sheets
WEBWe acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia, and recognise their continuing. connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. Explore essential fact sheets on human rights law, origins, philosophies, and treaties. Learn how human rights are promoted and protected ...
Human Rights Explained: Defining Human Rights
WEBThe Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 (AHRC Act) contains a limited definition of human rights for the purposes of that Act. ‘Human rights’ are defined by section 3 of the AHRC Act as the rights and freedoms contained in specific international instruments that are scheduled to, or declared under, the AHRC Act. These instruments are: