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Castan Centre for Human Rights Law
The Castan Centre is a world-renowned academic centre using its human rights expertise to create a more just world where human rights are respected and protected, allowing people to pursue their lives in freedom and with dignity.
Our areas of work
Our areas of work ranges widely from domestic and international human rights issues and policy.
Have you got that right?
Have You Got That Right? is an innovative series of videos answering important human rights questions quickly, clearly and in a way that won’t put you to sleep. The site now includes access to our human rights podcast series.
The Castan - Official Blog
The Centre maintains this blog to enable frank open discussion about various human rights topics.
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We are concerned at reports that the NT Government is taking a backward step on implementing international human rights standards in its juvenile detention centres. We must prioritise the human rights of those in detention, because when we don't, we sow the seeds for abuse. A concern for security at the expense of human rights is illegal and ultimately counter-productive.
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, which is also known as Harmony Day. Racism and white supremacy has no place in our society, or any society. We all have a responsibility to fight racism, not just today but everyday. Watch our satirical video about discrimination and the need to #fightracism
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We welcome today's release of the draft terms of reference for the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. The terms of reference are broad, but we will be reviewing them with the aim of making a submission on any outstanding matters before the terms are finalised. You can read the draft terms and make a submission (by 28 March) in the link.
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Our Deputy Director, Paula Gerber, is in Mauritius with representatives from every Commonwealth country to plan their approach for improving #LGBTQI rights at CHOGM in Rwanda next year.
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We are concerned at reports that the NT Government is taking a backward step on implementing human rights in its ju… https://t.co/XDuuE5mOZQ
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RT @mdavisqlder: Eighteen of Australia’s leading law firms have declared their support for the Uluru Statement from The Heart and have endo…
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It's International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Racism and white supremacy have no place in ou… https://t.co/9XCqscxtjZ
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Did you know our Director is a pretty awesome photographer as well? Can’t wait to get our hands on this new book from our Sarah Joseph & Melissa Castan ft a pretty incredible cover photo too 🙌 #auscon #auslaw
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Our Deputy Director, Paula Gerber, is in Mauritius with representatives from every Commonwealth country to plan their approach for improving #LGBTQI rights at CHOGM in Rwanda next year.
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Are you a Monash Law student who’s passionate about #humanrights? Apply now for our Semester 1 In-house Internship! For more details, head to our website 🌏
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Last night, we went to the Torch Project's 10th anniversary exhibition of art by indigenous prisoners. A number of the men who have participated in our indigenous Group of Learning had pieces in the exhibition. There was a huge crowd and a great vibe.