What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
Jan 1, 2008 · The 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 ...
Universal Declaration of Human Rights - Human rights at your …
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 of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world,
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Sep 13, 2007 · The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) was adopted by the General Assembly on Thursday, 13 September 2007.. The Declaration is the most comprehensive international instrument on the rights of Indigenous peoples. It establishes a universal framework of minimum standards for the survival, dignity and well-being of the Indigenous peoples of the world and it ...
Bullying: Know Your Rights - Australian Human Rights Commission
Bullying is an abuse of your human rights. It is a serious problem with serious mental and physical impacts. Bullying can affect you at home, school, work, in your social life and in your ability to feel happy, healthy and secure. It is up to governments, schools, workplaces and individuals (including you) to make sure that every human right is ...
What is racism? | Australian Human Rights Commission
Definition 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.
8 Legal and policy framework - Australian Human Rights …
The following section outlines the relevant legal and policy framework, including the international human rights framework. 8.1 International legal framework The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) sets out the rights of people with disability generally and in respect of employment.[25] In particular, article 27 of …
Rights to equality and non discrimination
The right to equality and non-discrimination includes both positive and negative obligations. Australia's international obligations in this area require that. laws, policies and programs should not be discriminatory. public authorities should not apply or enforce laws, policies and programs in a discriminatory or arbitrary manner.
About - Australian Human Rights Commission
The 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 ...
Legislation - Australian Human Rights Commission
Legislation. 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 ...
About Constitutional Recognition - Australian Human Rights …
The Constitution is the founding document of our nation and is the pre-eminent source of law. The Constitution was drafted at a time when Australia was considered a land that belonged to no one before European settlement and when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were considered a 'dying race' not worthy of citizenship or humanity.