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 ...
Home | Australian Human Rights Commission
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 ...
What is racism? | Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBDefinition of racism. Racism is the process by which systems and policies, actions and attitudes create inequitable opportunities and outcomes for people based on race. Racism is more than just prejudice in thought or action. It occurs when this prejudice – whether individual or institutional – is accompanied by the power to discriminate against, oppress or limit the rights of others.
Home | Racism. It Stops With Me
WEBRacism. It Stops With Me is a national campaign that provides tools and resources to help people and organisations learn about racism and take action to create change. The campaign invites us to ask ourselves important questions about the role of racism in shaping society, the way we see ourselves and how we interact with one another. To explore these questions and find out more information ...
What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
WEBThe 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 ...
Statistics about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
WEB78,600 – Victoria. 52,000 – South Australia. 33,800 – Tasmania. 9,500 – Australian Capital Territory. 76,700 – Northern Territory [3] The Northern Territory has the highest proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people relative to total population size (30.8%). [4] Area. 38% live in Major cities.
Legislation - Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBLegislation. There are Federal laws to protect people from discrimination and from breaches of their human rights. The Australian Human Rights Commission have responsibilities under these laws to investigate and conciliate complaints of discrimination and human rights breaches. The following links provide information about the laws that protect ...
Asylum seekers and refugees guide - Australian Human Rights …
WEBAug 14, 2015 · According to the Convention, a refugee is a person who is outside their own country and is unable or unwilling to return due to a well-founded fear of being persecuted because of their: race. religion. nationality. membership of a particular social group or. political opinion. Asylum seekers or refugees and migrants have very different ...
About Age Discrimination - Australian Human Rights Commission
WEBAge discrimination can affect people in employment, housing, healthcare and many other areas. The Age Discrimination Act 2004 protects individuals from discrimination on the basis of age in employment, education, accommodation and the provision of goods and services.. The Age Discrimination Commissioner helps individuals and organisations understand their rights and meet their legal ...
Historical Context - The Stolen Generations | Bringing Them Home
WEBHistorical Context - The Stolen Generations. <p>This timeline details the history of forcible removal of Indigenous children from their families. It was compiled by the Australian Human Rights Commission. Information is primarily taken from the findings of the National Inquiry into the Separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ...
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