Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR)
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Established in 1993, ALHR is a national association of Australian solicitors, barristers, academics, judicial officers and law students who practise and promote international human rights law. Become an ALHR member today! alhr.org.au
Join ALHR for brekkie on #HumanRightsDay. This fundraiser for ALHR will bring together a distinguished panel to discuss how a positive focus on #HumanRights in #climate litigation can drive #climatejustice
10 Dec from 7am
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#auslaw #StandUp4HumanRights
10 Dec from 7am
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#auslaw #StandUp4HumanRights
November 13, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Join ALHR for brekkie on #HumanRightsDay. This fundraiser for ALHR will bring together a distinguished panel to discuss how a positive focus on #HumanRights in #climate litigation can drive #climatejustice
10 Dec from 7am
TICKETS: www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
#auslaw #StandUp4HumanRights
10 Dec from 7am
TICKETS: www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
#auslaw #StandUp4HumanRights
Join us for a snap online community briefing this Tuesday. Find out why 100+ orgs are calling on the NSW Parliament to establish an inquiry into a Human Rights Act & what you can do to add your voice! Register www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
#HumanRights #auslaw
#HumanRights #auslaw
November 1, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Join us for a snap online community briefing this Tuesday. Find out why 100+ orgs are calling on the NSW Parliament to establish an inquiry into a Human Rights Act & what you can do to add your voice! Register www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
#HumanRights #auslaw
#HumanRights #auslaw
New BOSCAR data reveals an alarming 36% increase in the jailing of First Nations children in NSW over the past two years. ALHR Media Release: alhr.org.au/boscar-data-...
#CRC #childrensrights #auslaw #RaiseTheAge
#CRC #childrensrights #auslaw #RaiseTheAge
August 17, 2025 at 9:40 AM
New BOSCAR data reveals an alarming 36% increase in the jailing of First Nations children in NSW over the past two years. ALHR Media Release: alhr.org.au/boscar-data-...
#CRC #childrensrights #auslaw #RaiseTheAge
#CRC #childrensrights #auslaw #RaiseTheAge
Nominations for the #aushumanrightsawards close tomorrow 18 August but that is still plenty of time to nominate a #humanrights champion that you know!
www.humanrights.gov.au/get-involved...
www.humanrights.gov.au/get-involved...
August 17, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Nominations for the #aushumanrightsawards close tomorrow 18 August but that is still plenty of time to nominate a #humanrights champion that you know!
www.humanrights.gov.au/get-involved...
www.humanrights.gov.au/get-involved...
This week marks 80 years since the catastrophic nuclear attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, causing the deaths of over 200,000 people. ALHR commemorates these anniversaries and recalls that nuclear weapons still pose an existential threat to the planet and all humankind.
@nuclearban.bsky.social
@nuclearban.bsky.social
August 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This week marks 80 years since the catastrophic nuclear attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, causing the deaths of over 200,000 people. ALHR commemorates these anniversaries and recalls that nuclear weapons still pose an existential threat to the planet and all humankind.
@nuclearban.bsky.social
@nuclearban.bsky.social
ALHR’s Women and Girls’ Rights Committee has submitted a UPR report to the UN. Our report emphasises some key areas of progress and concern for the implementation of the human rights of women, girls and people of diverse genders:
alhr.org.au/alhr-women-g...
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August 1, 2025 at 9:03 PM
ALHR’s Women and Girls’ Rights Committee has submitted a UPR report to the UN. Our report emphasises some key areas of progress and concern for the implementation of the human rights of women, girls and people of diverse genders:
alhr.org.au/alhr-women-g...
alhr.org.au/alhr-women-g...
Today, on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, ALHR stands with those who believe in something better. This years theme highlights the vital role of law enforcement & the criminal justice system in dismantling organised trafficking networks while ensuring a victim-centred approach.
July 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Today, on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, ALHR stands with those who believe in something better. This years theme highlights the vital role of law enforcement & the criminal justice system in dismantling organised trafficking networks while ensuring a victim-centred approach.
ALHR has joined 88 orgs working in Australia’s community sector calling on the Federal Govt to aim for net zero emissions by 2035 to reduce the harmful impacts of climate change.
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#auslaw #climatecrisis #netzero
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#auslaw #climatecrisis #netzero
July 28, 2025 at 12:09 PM
ALHR has joined 88 orgs working in Australia’s community sector calling on the Federal Govt to aim for net zero emissions by 2035 to reduce the harmful impacts of climate change.
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ACOSS
#auslaw #climatecrisis #netzero
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#auslaw #climatecrisis #netzero
Op-Ed by ALHR’s Kerry Weste and Professor Amy Maguire, Director of the University of Newcastle’s Centre for Law and Social Justice. Now more then ever, Australians need the legal protection of their right to a healthy environment rightnow.org.au/opinion/righ...
#auslaw #aushumanrightsact #r2he
#auslaw #aushumanrightsact #r2he
We need a right to a healthy environment, time for our government to act - Right Now
As the Federal Court dismisses a landmark climate case, the Albanese Government must act to protect our human right to healthy environment.
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July 22, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Op-Ed by ALHR’s Kerry Weste and Professor Amy Maguire, Director of the University of Newcastle’s Centre for Law and Social Justice. Now more then ever, Australians need the legal protection of their right to a healthy environment rightnow.org.au/opinion/righ...
#auslaw #aushumanrightsact #r2he
#auslaw #aushumanrightsact #r2he
The UPR Joint NGO Report on behalf of the Australian NGO Coalition has been submitted to the UN. The Report, from more than 150 NGOs - including ALHR - shows that #humanrights are sliding backwards and we are falling far short of meeting our international obligations: www.hrlc.org.au/projects/uni...
July 22, 2025 at 2:13 AM
The UPR Joint NGO Report on behalf of the Australian NGO Coalition has been submitted to the UN. The Report, from more than 150 NGOs - including ALHR - shows that #humanrights are sliding backwards and we are falling far short of meeting our international obligations: www.hrlc.org.au/projects/uni...
ALHR commends the ACT on its leadership and calls on all jurisdictions across Australia to #raisetheage of criminal responsibility to 14 years with no exceptions. Children who still have their baby teeth belong in classrooms, playgrounds, not court rooms and prison cells. #auslaw #crc #HumanRights
July 3, 2025 at 7:09 AM
ALHR commends the ACT on its leadership and calls on all jurisdictions across Australia to #raisetheage of criminal responsibility to 14 years with no exceptions. Children who still have their baby teeth belong in classrooms, playgrounds, not court rooms and prison cells. #auslaw #crc #HumanRights
ALHR has written to the Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs calling on the Albanese Government to live up to its promise to sign and ratify the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW).
READ MORE: lnkd.in/gamqK_r4
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July 1, 2025 at 9:51 AM
ALHR has written to the Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs calling on the Albanese Government to live up to its promise to sign and ratify the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW).
READ MORE: lnkd.in/gamqK_r4
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It’s International Day Against #LGBTQIA + Discrimination. This year's theme, The Power of Communities, celebrates the diversity, strength & solidarity within LGBTQIA+ communities.
Community is where we find the power to fight for a future free from discrimination
#idahobit #auslaw #humanrights
Community is where we find the power to fight for a future free from discrimination
#idahobit #auslaw #humanrights
May 16, 2025 at 10:35 PM
It’s International Day Against #LGBTQIA + Discrimination. This year's theme, The Power of Communities, celebrates the diversity, strength & solidarity within LGBTQIA+ communities.
Community is where we find the power to fight for a future free from discrimination
#idahobit #auslaw #humanrights
Community is where we find the power to fight for a future free from discrimination
#idahobit #auslaw #humanrights
Event: Join us online 21 May @ 12pm ACST for a community briefing about the recently published report of the Parliamentary Inquiry into a #HumanRightsAct4SA
Register here: trybooking.com/DBQJW
#auslaw #saparli #HRA4SA #HumanRights
Register here: trybooking.com/DBQJW
#auslaw #saparli #HRA4SA #HumanRights
May 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Event: Join us online 21 May @ 12pm ACST for a community briefing about the recently published report of the Parliamentary Inquiry into a #HumanRightsAct4SA
Register here: trybooking.com/DBQJW
#auslaw #saparli #HRA4SA #HumanRights
Register here: trybooking.com/DBQJW
#auslaw #saparli #HRA4SA #HumanRights
Fantastic post-election read by Dr Amy Maguire It’s time to unite “Australian values” of fairness & equity with protection of #HumanRights in Australian law”
It’s time for an #AusHumanRightsAct!
#auslaw #auspol
It’s time for an #AusHumanRightsAct!
#auslaw #auspol
May 7, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Fantastic post-election read by Dr Amy Maguire It’s time to unite “Australian values” of fairness & equity with protection of #HumanRights in Australian law”
It’s time for an #AusHumanRightsAct!
#auslaw #auspol
It’s time for an #AusHumanRightsAct!
#auslaw #auspol
BREAKING: HISTORIC WIN FOR HRA4SA!!!!
Social Development Committee Inquiry Report recommends the SA Government introduce a comprehensive #HumanRightsAct4SA 👏
Joint Media Release: shorturl.at/0ZJfP
@sacoss.bsky.social @humanrightshrlc.bsky.social #auslaw #saparli #HumanRights #HRA4SA
Social Development Committee Inquiry Report recommends the SA Government introduce a comprehensive #HumanRightsAct4SA 👏
Joint Media Release: shorturl.at/0ZJfP
@sacoss.bsky.social @humanrightshrlc.bsky.social #auslaw #saparli #HumanRights #HRA4SA
April 29, 2025 at 12:50 PM
BREAKING: HISTORIC WIN FOR HRA4SA!!!!
Social Development Committee Inquiry Report recommends the SA Government introduce a comprehensive #HumanRightsAct4SA 👏
Joint Media Release: shorturl.at/0ZJfP
@sacoss.bsky.social @humanrightshrlc.bsky.social #auslaw #saparli #HumanRights #HRA4SA
Social Development Committee Inquiry Report recommends the SA Government introduce a comprehensive #HumanRightsAct4SA 👏
Joint Media Release: shorturl.at/0ZJfP
@sacoss.bsky.social @humanrightshrlc.bsky.social #auslaw #saparli #HumanRights #HRA4SA
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Are you, or someone you know making a real difference in the lives of #refugees across New South Wales?
Nominations for the #2025NSWHumanitarianAwards are open until 11 May.
Enter now: www.startts.org.au/nsw-humanita...
@refugeecouncilau.bsky.social #CommunityHeroes #SocialImpact
Nominations for the #2025NSWHumanitarianAwards are open until 11 May.
Enter now: www.startts.org.au/nsw-humanita...
@refugeecouncilau.bsky.social #CommunityHeroes #SocialImpact
NSW HUMANITARIAN AWARDS 2025 | STARTTS
Recognising Those Who Make a Difference Honouring the Changemakers Supporting Refugees in NSW Every year, the NSW Humanitarian Awards celebrate individuals, org
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April 29, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Are you, or someone you know making a real difference in the lives of #refugees across New South Wales?
Nominations for the #2025NSWHumanitarianAwards are open until 11 May.
Enter now: www.startts.org.au/nsw-humanita...
@refugeecouncilau.bsky.social #CommunityHeroes #SocialImpact
Nominations for the #2025NSWHumanitarianAwards are open until 11 May.
Enter now: www.startts.org.au/nsw-humanita...
@refugeecouncilau.bsky.social #CommunityHeroes #SocialImpact
Today is International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross #HumanRights Violations & for the Dignity of Victims. Today ALHR reflects on how Aus could better uphold this fundamental right & we honour those who dedicate their lives to defending human rights
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March 24, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Today is International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross #HumanRights Violations & for the Dignity of Victims. Today ALHR reflects on how Aus could better uphold this fundamental right & we honour those who dedicate their lives to defending human rights
#auslaw
#auslaw
BREAKING: #HRA4NSW welcomes Greens notice of a NSW #HumanRightsAct4NSW
This is an opportunity for to begin a long overdue conversation about creating a fairer NSW where everyone’s right to be treated with dignity, equality & respect is legally protected.
It's time!
Read more: shorturl.at/QT6I0
This is an opportunity for to begin a long overdue conversation about creating a fairer NSW where everyone’s right to be treated with dignity, equality & respect is legally protected.
It's time!
Read more: shorturl.at/QT6I0
March 19, 2025 at 1:50 PM
BREAKING: #HRA4NSW welcomes Greens notice of a NSW #HumanRightsAct4NSW
This is an opportunity for to begin a long overdue conversation about creating a fairer NSW where everyone’s right to be treated with dignity, equality & respect is legally protected.
It's time!
Read more: shorturl.at/QT6I0
This is an opportunity for to begin a long overdue conversation about creating a fairer NSW where everyone’s right to be treated with dignity, equality & respect is legally protected.
It's time!
Read more: shorturl.at/QT6I0
Solidarity with our @americanbar.org colleagues. “There are clear choices facing our profession. We can choose to remain silent…or we can stand for the rule of law and the values we hold dear.“
#auslaw #RuleofLaw #Humanarights
#auslaw #RuleofLaw #Humanarights
March 12, 2025 at 5:41 AM
Solidarity with our @americanbar.org colleagues. “There are clear choices facing our profession. We can choose to remain silent…or we can stand for the rule of law and the values we hold dear.“
#auslaw #RuleofLaw #Humanarights
#auslaw #RuleofLaw #Humanarights
ALHR has signed a joint statement condemning the Oppositions call for a Royal Commission into Aboriginal #children. The call lacks any evidence base & perpetuates harmful & unfounded negative perceptions that seek to create division & spread hatred. Add your voice:
www.snaicc.org.au/organisation...
www.snaicc.org.au/organisation...
February 18, 2025 at 8:57 PM
ALHR has signed a joint statement condemning the Oppositions call for a Royal Commission into Aboriginal #children. The call lacks any evidence base & perpetuates harmful & unfounded negative perceptions that seek to create division & spread hatred. Add your voice:
www.snaicc.org.au/organisation...
www.snaicc.org.au/organisation...
The NSW Govt wants to criminalise protest in or near “places of worship.” New offences are punishable by 2 years jail&/or $22,000 fine & police will be given new move on powers.
The Bill is incompatible with #HumanRights & includes provisions that may be unconstitutional.
more: shorturl.at/sg3XV
The Bill is incompatible with #HumanRights & includes provisions that may be unconstitutional.
more: shorturl.at/sg3XV
February 17, 2025 at 2:09 AM
The NSW Govt wants to criminalise protest in or near “places of worship.” New offences are punishable by 2 years jail&/or $22,000 fine & police will be given new move on powers.
The Bill is incompatible with #HumanRights & includes provisions that may be unconstitutional.
more: shorturl.at/sg3XV
The Bill is incompatible with #HumanRights & includes provisions that may be unconstitutional.
more: shorturl.at/sg3XV
Media Release: The right to #health care for trans & gender diverse young people must not be politicised. Any reviews must uphold young people’s fundamental Article 12 #CRC right to participate.
Read more: alhr.org.au/trans-health/
#auslaw #auspol #qldpol #LGBTQ #HumanRights #AusHumanRightsAct
Read more: alhr.org.au/trans-health/
#auslaw #auspol #qldpol #LGBTQ #HumanRights #AusHumanRightsAct
February 1, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Media Release: The right to #health care for trans & gender diverse young people must not be politicised. Any reviews must uphold young people’s fundamental Article 12 #CRC right to participate.
Read more: alhr.org.au/trans-health/
#auslaw #auspol #qldpol #LGBTQ #HumanRights #AusHumanRightsAct
Read more: alhr.org.au/trans-health/
#auslaw #auspol #qldpol #LGBTQ #HumanRights #AusHumanRightsAct
National Day of Action to protect #trans youth. Gender affirming care is life-changing & often life-saving #healthcare consistent with #childrens #CRC rights.
@transjusticeau.bsky.social
#HumanRights #LGBTQ #auslaw
transjustice.org.au/youth/
@transjusticeau.bsky.social
#HumanRights #LGBTQ #auslaw
transjustice.org.au/youth/
Protect Trans Youth National Day of Action
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January 30, 2025 at 11:18 PM
National Day of Action to protect #trans youth. Gender affirming care is life-changing & often life-saving #healthcare consistent with #childrens #CRC rights.
@transjusticeau.bsky.social
#HumanRights #LGBTQ #auslaw
transjustice.org.au/youth/
@transjusticeau.bsky.social
#HumanRights #LGBTQ #auslaw
transjustice.org.au/youth/
ALHR marks Jan 26 as a day for deep reflection & truth-telling. We’re listening when First Nations-led orgs like AbSec tell us that today signifies the start of invasion, genocide, dispossession & brings with it reminders of pain, loss, & intergenerational trauma for many First Nations communities
January 26, 2025 at 6:25 AM
ALHR marks Jan 26 as a day for deep reflection & truth-telling. We’re listening when First Nations-led orgs like AbSec tell us that today signifies the start of invasion, genocide, dispossession & brings with it reminders of pain, loss, & intergenerational trauma for many First Nations communities