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Education1 April 2016Webpage
The International Human Rights System
The United Nations In its early years, the UN set about establishing and documenting basic human rights standards that would serve all people and all nations. It has continued to expand the range of standards that set out the obligations that governments and people can be expected to live up to. The process of writing these documents takes place in UN meetings, where representatives of the ... -
Education1 April 2016Webpage
A Brief Human Rights Timeline
1760 BCE In Babylon King Hammurabi draws up the ‘Code of Hammurabi’, an early legal document that promises to ‘make justice reign in the Kingdom and promote the good of the people’ c. 528 BCE - 486 BCE In India, Gautama Buddha advocates morality, reverence for life, non-violence and right conduct 500 BCE Confucian teaching develops based on 'jen' or benevolence and respect for other people 27 BCE ... -
Education19 September 2018Webpage
Students
Learn about everything related to human rights including what they are, how they impact every area of our lives and why they are so important to protect. -
Education8 April 2016Webpage
Bring Human Rights to School
A great way of making a difference is by bringing human rights to your own school. There are a number of ways that you can do this as a student, and you can even encourage your own teachers to do it as well! For Students Celebrate Harmony Day or hold a Human Rights Day at your local school. Human Rights Day - 10 December To help your school celebrate International Human Rights Day, here are some ... -
Education16 December 2014Webpage
Why is racism a problem?
Explore the profound effects of racism on individuals and communities. Learn from personal accounts and research findings. Stand up to racism with us. -
Education16 December 2014Webpage
Why are people racist?
Understand the roots of racism and its impact on society. Learn why people hold racist attitudes and how to combat them. -
Education4 April 2016Webpage
Equal Love: LGBTI Rights
All people have the same human rights regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or because they are intersex. However, homophobia and transphobia can be hard to escape and LGBTI people are often left feeling like there is nothing they can do and nowhere to turn for support or information. Young people are particularly vulnerable and are more likely to hide their sexuality or gender ... -
Employers19 February 2015Quick Guide
Sex Discrimination
Sex discrimination explained: unequal treatment based on sex, legal protections, and employer obligations. -
Employers18 February 2015Quick Guide
Positive Discrimination
Understanding Positive Discrimination, legal measures promoting equality. Learn about special measures to promote equality based on age, sex, race or disability. -
Employers18 February 2015Webpage
Business and Human Rights Factsheets
Explore publications by the Australian Human Rights Commission on how businesses can integrate human rights principles into their business practice. -
Employers18 February 2015Quick Guide
Indirect Discrimination
Indirect discrimination occurs when a seemingly neutral rule or policy disproportionately affects people with specific attributes (e.g. sex, disability). It’s unlawful if based on protected characteristics. -
Employers18 February 2015Quick Guide
Direct Discrimination
Understanding Direct Discrimination. Learn about unlawful treatment based on protected characteristics. -
Legal4 November 2018Webpage
Legal
Discover the legal responsibilities of the Commission under federal human rights and anti-discrimination laws in Australia. -
Sex Discrimination10 August 2023Project
The Positive Duty under the Sex Discrimination Act
The Commission has developed resources to help organisations and businesses understand their new legal responsibilities under the Sex Discrimination Act. -
Sex Discrimination19 March 2024Project
Speaking from Experience Project
The Australian Human Rights Commission has launched Speaking from Experience, landmark project that centres the voices of people with lived experience in workplace sexual harassment reform. -
Children's Rights3 July 2023Project
Transforming child justice to improve safety and wellbeing
The National Children’s Commissioner is investigating youth justice reform in Australia, aiming to protect children’s rights and reduce crime involvement. -
Rights and Freedoms19 April 2024Webpage
Your Story Portal - Privacy Collection Notice
How were you affected by COVID measures? Tell your story. -
27 September 2018Webpage
Get Informed about human rights
Discover everything about human rights, including the different types of rights, how human rights have changed over time and why are important to us today. -
1 July 2024Webpage
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18 September 2018Webpage
Get involved
Get involved in protecting and promoting human rights in Australia.