The government's decision to change the way costs are awarded in all federal discrimination claims is a long-awaited positive step towards reforming discrimination laws, but additional modifications should be considered.
The tragic deaths of two First Nations women highlight systemic failings, and the urgent need for a Human Rights Act in Australia.
A parliamentary committee has recommended a dedicated act to protect human rights. Here’s how it could work.
Life insurance companies can legally use the results of genetic tests to decline coverage or increase premiums. MPs have called for legislation that bans this practice.
A new United Nations report, informed by Monash academic Bebe Loff’s research, offers a practical and evidence-based roadmap for preventing and helping eradicate femicides worldwide.
Instilling values of respect and tolerance can contribute to fostering a more joyful, inclusive, and equitable school environment.
Human rights legislation is a normal part of living in a modern democratic country, but Australia still doesn’t have a legal framework that supports everyone living here.
The rights of trans people have become a highly divisive political issue in the US and UK. Recent events underline how we must be proactive in ensuring Australia doesn’t mirror their transphobic environments.
This week, Monash University's “What Happens Next?” podcast investigates how making reproductive healthcare inaccessible hurts us all.
More research is needed on the legal processes and experiences of LGBTQ+ victim-survivors when seeking protection from abusive partners or family members.
A new study underlines the need for regulatory reform to address the dismissal of women workers during pregnancy, including on the basis of redundancy.
Judging by what the new federal government has promised, the answer appears to be a resounding “Yes”.
It’s time to ask our politicians the hard questions about what they intend to do to strengthen human rights protections if elected to government.
The morality of vigilantism needs to be determined case by case. What’s certain is that we should not uncritically celebrate our “hero” vigilantes, fictional or real.
The bill exposes the culture war within Australia’s biggest religious groups, and runs into constitutional problems.
The current draft still includes a range of provisions overriding federal, state and territory laws to allow for discrimination.
We must move towards the universal protection of the right of LGBTIQ people to live their lives in dignity and equality, regardless where they live in the world.
While stories of human rights violations, and dire warnings about pandemics and an uncertain economic future seem unconnected, research reveals common roots in systemic inequality and discrimination in Australia.
Gender equality for all women, and a world free of discrimination, is far from being reached, even in the world's most advantaged countries.
As the pandemic wreaks havoc on supply chains, are companies losing sight of their social responsibility?
When sexual minorities live in regions of high stigma, not only is their heath affected, but so too is their healthcare use, according to a new study.
The COVIDSafe contact tracing app raises serious concerns for privacy, even if installing it is voluntary.
Grave human rights concerns are held for children globally as the coronavirus crisis continues to unfold.
Gender competence in healthcare can be a powerful tool in improving women's wellbeing – particularly mental health.
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