legal processes to resolve human rights complaints Flashcards
protesting
a statement or action expressing disapproval of or an objection to something. the right to protest and freedom of assembly entails safe rallying that maintains public safety, order and protection of others rights and freedoms which is maintained in the Peaceful Assembly Act
lobbying
lobbyists help individuals and organisations communicate their views on matters of public interest to the Government and improves outcomes for the individual and community as a whole.
lodging complaints
a human rights complaint can be lodged through the AHRC for a federal breach. to lodge a complaint, it has to be in writing and include all details or necessary information regarding the nature of the complaint, entailing details to prove human rights violation
court actions
Australia does not have a Bill of Rights and instead, the protections for human rights can be found in the Constitution and in legislation passed by the commonwealth parliament or state or territory parliament