Human rights

Australia asks what additional steps the international community can take to encourage the Taliban to guarantee women and girls’ education and full participation in society.

Australia is increasingly concerned by the deteriorating situation in Sudan. The disproportionate use of force against civilian protesters and the targeted, arbitrary detention of civil society and pro-democracy figures must end.

Australia is deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Myanmar and condemns ongoing human rights abuses and violations of international law by the military regime, including against Rohingya and other minorities.

Australia is deeply concerned about the situation in Myanmar, including the sharp deterioration in the humanitarian, security, health and economic conditions.

Australia remains concerned by ongoing reports of forced labour, child labour and prolonged, compulsory national service.

Australia has increased its support to end the acute phase of COVID-19 in our region and globally and remains committed to building a more resilient human-rights based global health system.

Australia remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict, loss of life and human rights abuses, and the lack of progress towards a just and enduring two state solution.

Australia will continue to advocate for, and work to advance, gender equality and the human rights of all women and girls, including their sexual and reproductive health and rights.

50th Session of the Human Rights Council

77 days have passed since Russia’s unprovoked, unjust and illegal invasion of Ukraine. For 77 days, Russian armed forces have indiscriminately shelled and bombed populated areas of Ukraine, targeted civilians and destroyed and damaged hospitals, schools and other civilian infrastructure, as reported by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.