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The Australian Journal of Human Rights is Australia’s first peer-reviewed journal devoted to human rights development in Australia, the Asia Pacific region and internationally.
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The Journal recently published Issue 31(1). With all research articles available to read in Open Access, this issue covers topics ranging from First Nations' histories in the Australian curriculum, to disability and exclusion in social housing. Read here: www.tandfonline.com/toc/rjhu20/3...
September 17, 2025 at 5:36 AM
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NEW ARTICLE: Simon Kieser contends that while the Yarra River Protection Act does not formally implement UNDRIP, it represents progress in recognising the rights of Indigenous Peoples to manage natural resources. Read the full article in Open Access here: bit.ly/3IbNrQQ
An abstract sky-blue background of part of the Asia-Pacific, primarily Australia. In the center of the image, large white text reads: "The YRPA is Australia's first legal instrument to recognise, protect and preserve a river system as 'one living and integrated natural entity'. This is in harmony with the Traditional Owners' worldviews and holistic approach to the Birrarung's management." Underneath the white text, smaller black text reads: The Yarra River Protection Act: a step towards implementing the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples? Simon Kieser. Available now in the Australian Journal of Human Rights
June 25, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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NEW ARTICLE: Savitri Taylor and Joyce Chia assess the Australian Human Rights Commission's effectiveness, focusing on its work concerning asylum and refugee policy. Read the full article in Open Access here: bit.ly/4jSWcfW
An abstract sky-blue background of part of the Asia-Pacific, primarily Australia. In the center of the image, large white text reads: "Forty years on, it is time to reconsider the structure and mandate of the AHRC, and to focus its priorities on where it can really matter." Underneath the white text, smaller black text reads: Reflections on the Australian Human Rights Commission: lessons from asylum policy. Savitri Taylor and Joyce Chia. Available now in the Australian Journal of Human Rights.
June 18, 2025 at 5:08 AM
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A special issue of the Australian Journal of Human Rights is out now, examining the topics of accountability, impunity and the protection of human rights. Read some of the highlights and download the full issue here: mailchi.mp/unsw/new-iss...
April 30, 2025 at 4:39 AM