Civil rights

Because those with power must be accountable.
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Civil rights priorities

We protect and advance civil rights to ensure equitable opportunities and fair protection under the law.

We expose and challenge discriminatory and unlawful policing practices, inhumane treatment of asylum seekers, and harsh conditions in youth detention. We advocate for the proven alternatives to detention and incarceration that will make our communities safer.

We work collaboratively with people and communities affected by injustice and discrimination, to protect their rights, drive law and policy reform and build community power.

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Access to justice

Demanding transparency, accountability and access

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Discrimination

Strengthening protections for all people

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Asylum seeker rights

Protecting fundamental human rights

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Policing and detention

Ensuring fair and lawful treatment

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Raise the Age

Ten-year-olds don't belong in prisons and police cells

News and resources

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We joined an alliance of legal and community experts saying a Coalition bill calling for tougher child bail laws will backfire and increase crime.
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We co-authored a report highlighting Australia's human rights failures and urging the Australian Government to act ahead of the 2026 UN human rights review.
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Our CEO Jonathon Hunyor explained to the SMH why the NSW review into doli incapax is a distraction from the real issues.
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JEC CEO Jonathon Hunyor explained why the ACT Government have made the right decision for kids and communities.
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New research suggests 'discriminatory patterns' in how often NSW Police check on Aboriginal young people while they’re on bail.
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The JEC is representing an Aboriginal family at the Australian Human Rights Commission after more than 150 'bail checks' in less than two years.

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