The ACT Human Rights Commission promotes the human rights and welfare of all people living in the ACT. Respect and protection of human rights underpins all our work. The Commission: • handles complaints about health, disability and community services; and complaints under discrimination law • increases awareness of the rights and responsibilities of service users and service providers; and encourages improvements in services • advises government and others about their human rights obligations • provides advocacy for children, young people and adults experiencing vulnerability. • advocates for and supports victims of crime.
