Welcome to the ACT Human Rights Commission

Investigation Report into Bimberi Youth Justice Centre 2019

In response to a range of allegations and concerns about the treatment of young people in the Bimberi Youth Justice […] See more

The Human Rights Commission has released a new resource designed to help local clubs be more inclusive, and to increase participation […] See more

From April 2017, the law in the ACT includes new and improved protection against discriminatory treatment. The Discrimination Act 1991 […] See more

The ACT Human Rights Commission’s role is to resolve complaints and promote rights. We:

provide an independent, fair and accessible process for resolving individual complaints;
promote service improvement;
promote the human rights and welfare of people; and
foster understanding of particular legislation.

The ACT Human Rights Commission includes the:

- Investigation Report into Bimberi Youth Justice Centre 2019
  16 Apr 2019
- In response to a range of allegations and concerns about the treatment of young people in the Bimberi Youth Justice […]
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- In support of Christchurch
  20 Mar 2019
- On Friday last week, New Zealanders were devastated by a terrorist attack in Christchurch. We offer our deepest sympathies for […]
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- Kids and young people – tell us what’s important!
  4 Mar 2019
- Children and Young People Commissioners and Guardians have a special job – to find out how life is going for […]
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