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The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) is an independent third party which investigates complaints about discrimination and human rights breaches. Human rights …
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Universal 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 …
Human Rights in Australia
Human rights are an important part of our lives. In fact, they are so much a part of everyday living that we often take them for granted.Consider how often you drink clean water, eat food, go to …
What are human rights? | Australian Human Rights Commission
Know 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 …
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About We protect and promote human rights in Australia and internationally. The Australian Human Rights Commission is an independent statutory organisation, established by an act of …
What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
Jan 1, 2008 · More Information. Explore an Introduction to Human Rights; Find out more about how the Australian Human Rights Commission was established; Have Your Say on the current …
What are human rights? | Australian Human Rights Commission
Human 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 …
Rights to equality and non discrimination
Non-discrimination and equality rights are central features of the major human rights treaties. Each State Party to the present Covenant undertakes to respect and to ensure to all …
Human Rights Explained fact sheets
Explore essential fact sheets on human rights law, origins, philosophies, and treaties. Learn how human rights are promoted and protected globally.
Human Rights Explained: Defining Human Rights
Human rights are often defined in different ways. Simple definitions that are often given include:. the recognition and respect of people's dignity; a set of moral and legal guidelines that …