Australian Human Rights Commission
 



The Australian Human Rights Commission is an independent statutory organisation that works to protect and promote the human rights of all people in Australia. We were established by the Australian Government in 1986.

It is responsible for administering the following federal laws:

  • Age Discrimination Act 2004
  • Disability Discrimination Act 1992
  • Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986
  • Sex Discrimination Act 1984
  • Racial Discrimination Act 1975

Further information for employers is on the Australian Human Rights Commission's website which can be accessed here.



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