Queensland Human Rights Commission

Yesterday, the Queensland Government introduced the Making Queensland Safer Bill. You can read the Human Rights Commissioner's statement here.

Australia’s Race Discrimination Commissioner today launched the most comprehensive plan ever for eliminating racism in Australia. Developed by the Australian Human Rights Commission with dedicated funding from the Australian Government, the National Anti-Racism Framework provides a roadmap for governments, business and community organisations to address all forms of racism. Read more: https://loom.ly/5ePoVmA #AusHumanRights #EliminateRacism

On Friday, we hosted lawyers and advocates to discuss current issues in anti-discrimination law at our INTERSECTIONS CPD event. Thanks to our informed and engaging panellists: Jane Vasey (Queensland Human Rights Commission), Shaun Chng (Clayton Utz), Bridget Burton (UQ Law School), to Aunty Dawn for her warm Welcome to Country, and to our own 'Sam' Simon Tracy for MCing the event. It was a privilege to bring together such a dedicated, intelligent, and driven group of advocates for an afternoon filled with learning, collaboration, and meaningful networking. Events like this remind us of the power of collective action in driving positive change. #AntiDiscriminationLaw #Education #Networking #Advocacy

Deputy Commissioner Jane Vasey was delighted to join the Queensland Faith Communities Council AGM last night to provide an update on changes to the Anti-Discrimination Act. It was a wonderful night, full of warmth and respect. Thank you Queensland Faith Communities Council and Chair Gail Paratz OAM for the invitation, we look forward to continuing our dialogue. ------------- Photo 1 (left to right): Amit Goyal (QFCC Executive, ISKCON delegate), Anglican Bishop John Roundhill (QFCC Delegate), Deputy Commissioner Jane Vasey, Usha (Sunitha Gokul, Vedanta Society), Gail Paratz OAM (QFCC Chair, delegate Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies), David Paratz AM (Life Governor and delegate Queensland Jewish Board of Deputies). Photo 2 (left to right): Amit Goyal, Bishop John Roundhill, Deputy Commissioner Jane Vasey, Usha, Gail Paratz OAM, David Paratz AM, Ravi Gokul (Vedanta Society), Unni Nair (delegate Vedanta Society), Reverend Geoff Hoyte (delegate Anglican Church, QFCC Executive member).

We have an exciting leadership opportunity in our newly established Policy and Prevention Directorate. This role will lead development of the Commission's expanded focus on on systemic issues, and implement the Commission's expanded functions and powers. If you're ready for a challenge, read more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gaBZ6bCD

ACHRA (The Australian Council of Human Rights Authorities) is meeting this week in Canberra. Important discussions include ensuring accountability on Closing the Gap targets, progress towards a national Human Rights Act, and better outcomes on youth justice. Commissioners from across the country were pleased to meet with Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus and the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Himan Rights, chaired by Josh Burns MP. Australian Human Rights Commission Anti-Discrimination NSW Victorian Equal Opportunity & Human Rights Commission NT Anti-Discrimination Commission ACT Human Rights Commission Equal Opportunity SA

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jane Vasey to the newly established role of Deputy Commissioner, Public Policy and Prevention. Jane will lead a directorate with the ambitious and exciting role of developing the Commission's vision to address systemic discrimination and protect human rights, and to implement the Commission's expanded functions and powers. Jane joined the Commission in 2021 and has led our review of the Anti-Discrimination Act and our current review of diversity and inclusion in the Queensland Police Service. She is an exceptional leader and we look forward to her continuing contribution to the Commission.

We're delighted to be partnering with LiteHaus International to repurpose our IT devices. LiteHaus has the vision of a digitally empowered global society. They collect used computers, repurpose and donate them to communities who need better digital access. Another great outcome of this work is keeping those devices out of landfill. You can find out more about LiteHaus on their website - https://lnkd.in/dSMtXKt Thank you to our Manager - ICT, Stuart Cross and to Andrew Farrington from Lite Haus for making this happen.

The Commission team had a fantastic time at the Brisbane Pride Festival last weekend. It was a wonderful celebration of diversity, love and community. 🌈 🌈 🌈 Queensland’s discrimination law now provides stronger protections from discrimination and vilification for trans, gender diverse, non-binary and intersex people. You can find out more at https://lnkd.in/g3wWpqdy

Are you ready for your next challenge? We have an exciting opportunity to join our communications team. We're looking for a savvy and committed storyteller to lead our media engagement and key communications projects. You'll be working with a passionate and committed team, telling the story of human rights in Queensland. Apply now at https://lnkd.in/g_SsfdkB.