Promoting & respecting rights for all
The ACT Human Rights Commission promotes the human rights and welfare of all people living in the ACT.
- Handles complaints in relation to health, disability and community services, abuse of vulnerable people, and complaints under discrimination law.
- Increases awareness of the rights and responsibilities of service users and service providers, and encourage service improvement.
- Provides advice to government and others regarding their human rights obligations.
- Advocates for children, young people and adults experiencing vulnerability.
- Advocates for and supports victims of crime.
Projects
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Client services charter and easy English versions
Our client services charter is about how we must treat our clients. It also explains to our clients what they can do to help us treat them well. As outlined in the charter, if you are unhappy with the.. Read More
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Our social inclusion plan
The Commission’s current social inclusion plan (2019-22) broadens our commitment to creating an inclusive community that respects and realises everyone’s rights. Previous disability action plans.. Read More
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News
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Commissioner welcomes secure access to fresh air and exercise for prisoners
2 December 2022 Human Rights Commissioner Dr Helen Watchirs has welcomed an ACT Government policy change confirming prisoners’ rights to fresh air and exercise every day. The policy change announced.. Read More
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Event: Time to act, right to a healthy environment
As extreme weather events become more common, there is a growing awareness that our wellbeing and basic human rights depend on a safe climate and healthy ecosystems. Join us at a free public forum on December.. Read More
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