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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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. -
News: People experiencing homelessness in Queensland had their human rights breached
19 March 2026People experiencing homelessness in Queensland had their human rights breached, the Supreme Court has found. -
News: New Queensland Human Rights Commissioner commences role
27 February 2026The new Queensland Human Rights Commissioner, Ms Debbie Platz APM, commenced a five-year term on 30 January 2026.
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