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14 December 2012Book page
Commission Website: National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
As a counsellor of children and families at risk of child abuse and neglect, I have a number of concerns about the children being held in immigration detention in Australia and in our region on the request of Australian authorities. In my professional capacity I see children who have been abused by their Australian families. I find it appalling that Australia as a nation is now systematically… -
14 December 2012Book page
A Bad Business - Part B: The Complaints Process
Sexual harassment is an unwelcome sexual advance, unwelcome request for sexual favours or other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature which makes a person feel offended, humiliated or intimidated, where a reasonable person would anticipate that reaction in the circumstances. [11] The Sex Discrimination Act defines the nature and circumstances in which sexual harassment is unlawful. [12] -
14 December 2012Book page
20 Years on: The Challenges Continue - Chapter 1
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission ("HREOC") is an independent statutory authority established under the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986 (Cth). It has a variety of functions and powers to promote and protect the human rights of all people in Australia. HREOC administers the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) ("SDA"). Sexual harassment is a… -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
Decision to decline to grant a temporary exemption sought by the University of Western Sydney
By this instrument, the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (‘HREOC’) declines to grant to University of Western Sydney (‘UWS’) a temporary exemption pursuant to s 44(1) of the Age Discrimination Act 2004 (Cth) (‘ADA’). -
Legal14 December 2012Speech
Response to Lord Bingham’s speech: “Do Human Rights Acts Make a Difference?” - David Kinley
Conspicuously active in retirement! Perhaps most notably his Grotius Lecture in London last month in which he raised serious doubts as to the legality under international law of Britain’s invasion of Iraq. This is hardly the path of a man seeking a quiet retirement. -
14 December 2012Book page
Commission Website: National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
This is a brief submission outlining some specific instances of infringements on the child’s rights to profess and practice religion freely while being detained in the Curtin Immigration Reception and Processing Centre, WA, between October 2001 and August 2002. -
14 December 2012Book page
National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
As organisations with a strong commitment to social justice, and in particular to the education of young people, the Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Parramatta, and the Edmund Rice Centre, are most appreciative of the opportunity to make a submission to the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission’s Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention. -
14 December 2012Book page
Commission Website: National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
3. I was employed by what is now the Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) for 37 years. I started with the Department after leaving school and was employed with them until January 2002 when I resigned. -
14 December 2012Book page
Commission Website: National Inquiry into Children in Immigration Detention
1. I have been awarded a Bachelor of Science from Aberdeen University, and a Masters of Agricultural Science, Doctorate of Philosophy and Diploma of Education from the University of Adelaide. I received my TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) qualification at the Adelaide TAFE Institute. 2. I have taught agriculture at the Roseworthy Campus of the University of Adelaide from… -
14 December 2012Book page
Indigenous Deaths in Custody: Introduction to Analysis of Case Studies
Chapter 5. Introduction Chapter 6. Police Practices Chapter 7. Imprisonment and Courts Chapter 8. Custodial Conditions Chapter 9. Juveniles Chapter 10. Post-Death Investigations Appendix: Government Implementation -
Rights and Freedoms14 December 2012Speech
The National Human Rights Consultation - Your chance to be a Human Rights Hero
Good morning. I would like to begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet – the Gadigal people of the Eora nation – and their elders both past and present. -
Rights and Freedoms14 December 2012Speech
"The Importance of Australian Community in Protection of Human Rights during the War against Terrorism": Presentation by Dr Sev Ozdowski (2003)
I would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we stand, the Eora People, and pay my respects to their Elders, both past and present, and by so doing: -
Rights and Freedoms14 December 2012Speech
"The human rights of vulnerable children in Australia": Dr Sev Ozdowski OAM (2002)
Mrs Irene Hancock, AWCH National President, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, all. I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people, the traditional custodians of the land on which we stand. -
Rights and Freedoms14 December 2012Speech
Waverley Council's Refugee Week: Dr Sev Ozdowski (2002)
It is my pleasure to acknowledge the presence of Cr Paul Pearce, Mayor of Waverley, Councillors and staff of the Waverley Council, Mr Howard Glenn, National Director of Australians for Just Refugee Programs, our excellent performers and last but not least volunteers who have made tonight's celebrations possible. Ladies and Gentleman, all. -
14 December 2012Book page
National Inquiry on Employment and Disability Interim Report: chapter 8
However, as discussed in Chapter 7, the Inquiry is conscious of the need for a holistic approach to addressing the participation and employment of people with disability in the open workplace. Therefore the areas identified in this Chapter should not be taken in isolation of other approaches to the issue of employment of people with disability. -
Legal14 December 2012Webpage
National Human Rights Consultation - Appendix 5
The Commission conducted a series of national workshops in each state and territory to support community sector engagement in the Consultation. The workshops included general community sector organisation workshops as well as some sector-specific workshops and briefing sessions with refugee groups, disability groups and Indigenous groups. The Commission also conducted workshops aimed at community… -
Commission – General14 December 2012Speech
President Speech: 2010 Human Rights Day Oration
We meet today on the lands of the Gadigal peoples of the Eora nation. On behalf of the Australian Human Rights Commission I pay my respect to their elders past and present. -
Commission – General14 December 2012Speech
President speech: Human Rights Consultation Gala Dinner
May I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet, the Wurundjeri people, and pay my respect to their elders past and present. -
Commission – General14 December 2012Speech
Occasional Address (2002)
It is an honour and a pleasure to be here today to share with you, Graduands, your families and friends, the joys of today, a day that represents the culmination of much work, learning, striving and not a little occasional frustration and anxiety. I add my very good wishes to the many that others have already conveyed. -
Commission – General14 December 2012Speech
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I am very pleased to have been asked to open the 9th Conference of the International Student Advisers Network of Australia (ISANA). I am pleased to welcome those who come from abroad, to exchange ideas and thoughts with a variety of people and across a range of disciplines and institutions.
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