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Concern over Lorraine Finlay's appointment to Human Rights Commission

Perth legal academic Lorraine Finlay has been named as the newest appointee to the Australian Human Rights Commission, but LGBTIQA+ rights advocates have expressed...

Senator Eric Abetz calls for probe into Israel Folau's sacking

Liberal senator Eric Abetz has called for an investigation into Rugby Australia's decision to terminate the contract of player Israel Folau over his social...

Georgie Stone nominated for Human Rights Award

Victorian teenager Georgie Stone is among five nominees for the Australian Human Rights Commission's 2017 Young People's Medal. Stone has been an advocate for transgender...

Teen files discrimination claim against marriage postal survey

A 17-year  old Victorian school boy has lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission arguing that he is being discriminated against because while...

Rosalind Croucher named as new head of the Human Rights Commission

Attorney General George Brandis has announced that Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher will be the new head of the Australian Human Rights Commission. Croucher will replace...

Anti-LGBTI North Carolina governor concedes to opponent

North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory has conceded his loss to his Democratic opponent after initially refusing to step aside in the very close race. Governor...

Labor pledge to appoint LGBT discrimination commissioner

A Shorten Labor Government would appoint a full-time LGBTI Discrimination Commissioner to the Australian Human Rights Commission. The announcement was made this morning by Senator...

Human Rights Commission on Safe Schools

The Australian Human Rights Commission has responded to the government's changes to the Safe Schools Coalition anti-bullying program saying it welcomes adjustments to material...

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The Council unanimously endorsed the five-year Plan and Commitment.

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Released on the International Trans Day of Visibility, Equal Identities examines the barriers trans and gender‑diverse people in Australia face in having their right to equality, dignity and respect upheld.

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