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14 December 2012Book page
Native Title Report 2008 - About the report and credits
2008 was a significant year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with far reaching effects, not limited to native title. The election of the new federal government in 2007 brought a raft of policies aimed at improving the social and economic situation of Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders, many of which are inextricably linked to native title. -
14 December 2012Book page
About the report and credits: Social Justice Report 2009
The position of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner was established within the Australian Human Rights Commission in 1993 to carry out the following functions: -
14 December 2012Book page
HREOC Report No. 6
Human Rights Commissioner's Report No.6 (April 1998) deals with a complaint concerning the refusal of an application by the complainant for classification as a teacher in Catholic schools. The principal reason for the refusal advanced by the respondent was the complainant’s high profile in an organisation of gay and lesbian teachers and students and her public statements on these issues. -
14 December 2012Book page
About the report and credits - Social Justice Report 2010
This work is protected by copyright. Apart from any use permitted under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), no part may be used or reproduced by any process without prior written permission from the Australian Human Rights Commission. Enquiries should be addressed to Public Affairs at paffairs@humanrights.gov.au. -
14 December 2012Book page
Native Title Report 2003 : Native Title Report 2003 Summary
The Native Title Report 2003 evaluates native title as a framework for economic and social development for traditional owner groups. While the legal framework for native title restricts its capacity to improve economic and social conditions for Indigenous people, the Report recognises that the native title agreement-making process provides an invaluable opportunity for States and Territories to… -
Legal9 August 2024Publication
Mr LD v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) (2024)
Mr LD v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) [2024] AusHRC 173 Report into arbitrary detention Australian Human Rights Commission 2024 -
Legal9 August 2024Publication
Mr NR v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) (2024)
Mr NR v Commonwealth of Australia (Department of Home Affairs) [2024] AusHRC 172 Report into use of force Australian Human Rights Commission 2024 -
Children's Rights27 February 2018Publication
Children’s Rights Report 2017
This report outlines work the National Children's Commissioner has undertaken throughout 2016-17 to promote the human rights of children and young people in Australia. This year the major project has focused on the rights and needs of young parents and their children. -
14 December 2012Book page
Report on performance
We have developed key performance indicators which form the basis for ongoing assessment of the complaint service. These indicators, and our performance in 2010-11 in relation to these indicators, are summarised below. Timeliness. Our stated performance standard is for 80% of complaints to be finalised within 12 months of receipt. In 2010-11, we finalised 94% of matters within 12 months. The… -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice24 November 2017Webpage
Women's Business Report (1986)
IN HONOUR OF THE WOMEN’S BUSINESS REPORT Over 30 years ago, a group of strong and proud Aboriginal women led a nationwide consultation with Aboriginal women and published their findings in the1986 report. This was the first time in Australian history thatthe collective and diverse voices of Aboriginal women were being heard and elevated to the national platform. The report shared the unique … -
Commission – General23 October 2017Publication
Annual Report 2016-2017
This Annual Report sets out the performance of the Australian Human Rights Commission in the 2016–17 financial year. This year has been challenging and rewarding for the Commission. -
Education18 December 2017Media Release
Report card on Australian Universities response to Change the course report
The Australian Human Rights Commission has conducted an audit of responses to the landmark Change the course report into sexual assault and sexual harassment at Australian universities. The Change the course report released in August 2017 found one in five (21%) students reported experiencing sexual harassment in a university setting in 2016 and 1.6% of students reported experiencing sexual … -
14 December 2012Book page
HRC Report No. 7
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Children's Rights29 November 2016Publication
Children's Rights Report 2016
This report outlines work the National Children's Commissioner has undertaken throughout 2015-16 to promote the human rights of children and young people in Australia. The main focus of the report is the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture (OPCAT) in the context of children and young people detained in youth justice centres or adult facilities -
Commission – General3 November 2016Publication
Annual Report 2015-2016
Also available: Complaint Statistics 2015-2016 | President’s statement This Annual Report sets out the performance of the Australian Human Rights Commission in the 2015–16 financial year. This year has been both a challenging and rewarding one for the Commission. We have achieved the highest conciliation rates of complaints under the four discrimination laws since our inception 30 years ago … -
Commission – General12 November 2015Publication
Annual Report 2014-2015
Annual Report of the Australian Human Rights Commission for the period ending 30 June 2015. The report has been prepared pursuant to section 45 of the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 and in accordance with the requirements of section 70 of the Public Service Act 1999. -
Children's Rights25 September 2015Publication
Children's Rights Report 2015
This report outlines work the National Children's Commissioner has undertaken throughout 2014-15 -
14 December 2012Book page
Social Justice Report 2005 :
Social Justice Report 2005 Media Pack back to contents Community Guide Community Guide | Community Guide in PDF Media Releases Social Justice Commissioner says results mixed in the implementation of new arrangements for Indigenous affairs (16 February 2006) Indigenous rights watchdog challenges governments to commit to health equality within a generation (16 February 2006) Speeches, Audio… -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice14 December 2012Publication
Social Justice Report 2004
The report is provided in accordance with section 46C(1)(a) of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986. This provides that the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner is to submit a report regarding the enjoyment and exercise of human rights by Aboriginal persons and Torres Strait Islanders, and including recommendations as to the action that should be… -
14 December 2012Book page
1999 Social Justice Report
Dr Jonas has focused this report on young Indigenous people young between the ages of 15 and 29. The Indigenous population is young, with a median age of 20. Over the next decade a high proportion of Indigenous people will reach working age and be ready to take on adult responsibilities. From this group will emerge Indigenous Australia's future leaders.
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