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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The boys were subject to more than 150 bail checks by police in 20 months. Statistical evidence shows Aboriginal people are more likely to be checked at home by police.
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Australia's freedom of information system is broken, but the Australian Government's proposed changes would make it even worse.
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We spoke up to counter transphobic comments and policies by state and territory governments.
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Lawyer Lucy Kelley explained why the Commonwealth Government has a responsibility to protect children from harmful laws.
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Our submission opposes the Bill in its current form and recommends a comprehensive review of the Freedom of Information Act.
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Legal advice from Senior Counsel makes it clear the Commonwealth can act to protect children from harmful laws.

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