NGOs

Question 1

NGOs

Answer 1

non-profit citizen-based groups functioning independently of the government. Organized on community, national and international levels to serve specific social or political purposes and are cooperative rather than commercial in nature. They attempt to achieve their goals by lobbying (attempting to bring pressure to bear on policy makers to gain policy outcomes in their favor.

Question 2

Queensland council for civil liberties

Answer 2

Role:
- maintaining and protecting the civil liberties of QLD citizens who interact with the gov and its departments
- safeguard and protect HR and freedoms
- provide info about threats to and abuse of rights and liberties
- seek solutions to problems regarding civil liberties

Raises awareness by:
- making submissions to governments or relevant authorities
- publicly opposing laws that undermine civil liberties
- contributes to public discussion through media
- mobilizes citizens to engage with their member s of parliament on HR

Question 3

Human rights law centre

Answer 3

Independant, non-profit, NGO that protects and promotes HR in Aus and in Aus activities overseas

Question 4

Australian lawyers for human rights

Answer 4

Association of legal professionals who practice, support and promote awareness of international HR standards in Australia.