International organisations

We share the Expert Mechanism’s concerns about the increase in reprisals against Indigenous human rights defenders and echo its call on States to ensure due protection for Indigenous leaders, including Indigenous women, and their communities from such reprisals.

Russia's unrelenting attacks with explosive weapons in populated areas have not only led to numerous civilian deaths and injuries, including of women and children. They have also seriously damaged critical infrastructure, such as the Okhmatdyt children's hospital, and the country’s energy infrastructure. 

We welcome the Secretary-General’s report and express grave concern at increasing instances of intimidation and reprisal against those cooperating with the UN. As member states, it is our responsibility to uphold human rights, and to foster a safe, inclusive and enabling environment for all to engage.

Australia's contribution to the 57th Session of the Human Rights Council.

This resolution aims to reflect the current human rights situation in Iran without prejudice. As a member of the Core Group, we saw first-hand the importance Canada placed on ensuring all language in the resolution is evidence-based.

Australia voted in favour of this resolution because we support the resolution’s reaffirmation of the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and recognise the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people for a future state.

We take the floor in support of the statement just delivered by the Federated States of Micronesia on behalf of a group of Pacific Island Countries.

We once again join the international community in condemning ongoing human rights and humanitarian law violations and abuses in Myanmar.

Every year 12 million girls are married before they reach 18 years of age. The hard-fought gains to eliminate this practice are being reversed, including by the Covid-19 pandemic, and child marriage is on the rise.  

Human trafficking is a gross violation of human rights. All people should have the right to freedom of movement, and the right to be free from slavery and forced labour. Human trafficking and all forms of modern slavery have a devastating impact on individuals, communities, economies, and security.