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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Aug 17

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Aug 17

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...

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Aug 6

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Aug 1

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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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 30

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.

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 28

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.
www.acoss.org.au/wp-content/u...
ACOSS
#auslaw #climatecrisis #netzero

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 22

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

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.

rightnow.org.au

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 22

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...

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 3

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Jul 1

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
#auslaw

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · May 16

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · May 12

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · May 7

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Apr 29

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

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STARTTS @startts.org.au · Apr 29

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

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

www.startts.org.au

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Mar 24

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Mar 19

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Mar 12

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 18

ALHR supports community-led initiatives to keep children safe. We call for a bipartisan commitment to establish an independent National Commissioner for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Children & for the implementation of Closing the Gap priorities & reforms.
#auslaw #CRC #ChildRights

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 18

The safety of #children should not be politicised or used as a platform to advance a political position.

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 18

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...

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 17

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

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 1

ALHR stands with the @transjusticeau.bsky.social & is proud to endorse the National Day of Action to protect trans youth on 8 Feb 2025 transjustice.org.au/youth/

Protect Trans Youth National Day of Action

Protect Trans Youth National Day of Action Join the National Day of Action

transjustice.org.au

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 1

ALHR calls on the Federal Government to implement the recommendations of its own Inquiry into Australia’s #HumanRights Framework & enact an #AusHumanRightsAct that protects the right to #health care for all Australians 4/

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Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR) @alhr.bsky.social · Feb 1

ALHR calls on the Federal Government to ensure that its review of treatment guidelines for trans & gender diverse young people follows international best practice in protecting their fundamental right to participate 3/

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