Queensland Human Rights Commission
Understand your rights
More information on rights
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights
Protecting and promoting the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is central to our work. -
Disability rights
Explore how Queensland law protects you from disability discrimination (also known as impairment discrimination) in work, education, housing, and other areas of public life. -
LGBTQIA+SB rights
We are committed to building a Queensland where everyone feels safe and welcome. -
Older people's rights
Explore how Queensland law protects older Queenslanders from specific issues facing them. -
Youth rights
Explore how Queensland law protects young people from specific issues facing them. -
People in prison and children in detention
If your rights have been unreasonably limited, or you’ve experienced discrimination, sexual harassment, vilification or victimisation, you can make a complaint.
Understanding complaints
Find out how we handle complaints about discrimination and human rights, what to expect, and the steps involved.
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How we deal with complaints
When we receive a complaint, we will assess it to decide whether we can accept it under the Anti-Discrimination Act or the Human Rights Act. -
How to make a complaint
If you have experienced discrimination, sexual harassment or if you have had your human rights limited by a state government agency or public entity, you may be able to lodge a complaint with us.
Latest News
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News: Queensland Human Rights Act to be considered at High Court for the first time
28 August 2026Queensland’s Human Rights Act 2019 is being considered at the High Court of Australia for the first time, with the Commission contributing to the matter which is related to access to health services and more. -
News: Local council supports people experiencing homelessness with free, legal campsite
28 August 2026Moreton Bay City Council in South-East Queensland has declared Wyllie Park in Petrie a free, legal campsite for people experiencing homelessness. This is a new development coming from a previous intervened case by the Commission. -
Event: Brisbane seminar to explore how human rights are the answer to fixing social challenges
29 April 2026To mark 40 years since the establishment of the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC), a Brisbane seminar will be presented on 19 May by AHRC in partnership with QHRC as part of 'The Answer is Human Rights' national seminar series.
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