This International Women’s Day, the Centre for Human Rights Education joins the global call to achieve gender equality #ForAllWomenAndGirls. Join us for an illuminating panel discussion with leading human rights experts on this year’s theme: “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” In an increasingly unequal world, how do we ensure rights for all women, both globally and …
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Author:Ayman Qwaider
Nominations: NT Human Rights Award
Nominations are now open for the NT Human Rights Award. The Northern Territory Human Rights Awards celebrate notable activities in the Northern Territory or by Territorians, which advance human rights. The 2019 Awards will recognise both individuals and organisations in each of the Award categories. Activities recognised by the Awards include: Nominations close 5 November, and …
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2024 Sydney Peace Prize Award Ceremony and Lecture
On 18th November 2024, join the annual public Lecture and Award Ceremony to honour this year’s Peace Prize recipient, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Special School Group Bookings available: https://sydneypeacefoundation.org.au This year, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (the Movement) has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Sydney …
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Anti-Racism Framework
On the 17th October, the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia released the following report titled An Anti-racism framework: The perspectives of multicultural Australia – https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/race-discrimination/publications/anti-racism-framework-perspectives-multicultural The report documents findings from consultations with more than 1200 people who have experienced racism in Australia and provides five key recommendations stemming from a national anti-racism framework. Two of the recommendations …
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DTP-STARTTS Webinar Series on Human Rights Advocacy
The UN Human Rights Accountability Mechanisms: The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Chat Links
Civil society UPR shadow reporting
The role of Australian civil society in the Universal Periodic Review
Appropriate Terminology Resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Using respectful and accurate language is essential when referring to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, and cultures. This resource page provides guidance to help individuals, educators, and organisations use appropriate and inclusive terminology. Language is powerful — it reflects our values, acknowledges the diversity of First Nations peoples, and helps build meaningful relationships …
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Diplomacy Training Program (DTP) Webinar
“Civil Society UPR shadow reporting: The role of Australian civil society in Universal Periodic Review”.
YOUNG VOICES: ACHRE & CHRE 2025 Human Rights Education Webinar Series
YOUNG VOICES: ACHRE & CHRE 2025 Human Rights Education Webinar Series Date: 27th March 2025Time: 7 PM AEDTOnline Webinar Join us for “Young Voices”, a compelling session in the ACHRE & CHRE 2025 Human Rights Education Webinar Series. This webinar will spotlight young changemakers advocating for human rights, sharing their experiences, challenges, and visions for …
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Anti-Racism Hallmark Research Initiative
Cross-Disciplinary Conference 2024