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New report reveals almost one in 4 employers consider workers in their 50s ‘old’ and are reluctant to hire people over 50 and under 24 despite skills shortages.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner, Katie Kiss, says the coronial findings into the death of Kumanjayi Walker in police custody are a painful, but powerful reminder of the urgent need for sweeping reform across police and justice systems to fully address ongoing injustices against First Peoples. 

National �����鱨վ’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds has called for national leadership on systems reforms required to keep children safe following news of the distressing case of the childcare worker alleged to have sexually abused numerous children in Victoria. ‘This is not the first time and it won’t be the last, unless governments across the federation take urgent action to implement the…

The �����鱨վ has released a landmark report revealing the systemic barriers faced by people who experience workplace sexual harassment—and outlining urgent reforms needed to drive lasting, meaningful change.

The search is on to recognise Australia’s leading human rights defenders and advocates who strive to improve the lives of people across the country. Australia’s peak human rights body is calling for nominations for the Australian Human Rights Awards. The �����鱨վ is encouraging people to nominate people and organisations whose work inspires them. “The awards…

Today marks 50 years since the passage of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (RDA) through the Australian Parliament.

A new Australian network to promote the human rights of older persons within Australia and internationally has been launched, bringing together key civil society organisations and individuals. As Australia ages, the need for enforceable human rights for older persons becomes more urgent. The Human Rights As We Age Network will work collaboratively to advance human rights for older persons

New data from Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) shows the �����鱨վ has a 13.5% median gender pay gap, despite women making up 85% of Commission staff. “Gender inequality is widespread in Australia. The Commission’s results underscore the work we must do to address gender inequality within our organisation,” said President of the Australian Human Rights…

Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner supports trans and gender diverse community after UK Supreme Court ruled trans women aren't 'women' under the Equality Act 2010.

The �����鱨վ has released new guidelines to assist organisations and businesses to meet their legal obligations under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) when providing digital products and services.

The National �����鱨վ’s Commissioner says the Victorian Government’s new bail laws will not make communities safer because they are not based on evidence of how to prevent crime by children. 

National �����鱨վ’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds is urging a national response to revelations about dangerous practices and regulatory failings across Australia’s childcare sector.

The �����鱨վ marked the importance of combating Islamophobia and reaffirm our commitment to tackling racism and discrimination.

This International Women’s Day, the Commissioners at the �����鱨վ stand together to call for urgent action to ensure that all women and girls—of every background, age or disability—can live free from violence, discrimination, and inequality. This year’s International Women’s Day theme, “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” is a reminder that…