There are thousands of great websites on human rights issues. Here's a few to get you started...
For a more comprehensive list, visit the Commission's Links page.
Human rights around the globe
One World Online
http://www.oneworld.net/Brings together the latest news and views from over 1,600 organizations promoting human rights awareness and fighting poverty worldwide.
Derechos Cafe
http://www.derechos.net/Links to issues, organisations, resources and discussion groups dealing with human rights.
Amnesty International
http://www.amnesty.orgCampaigns on serious human rights breaches and to protect the rights of prisoners of conscience.
Human Rights Watch
http://www.hrw.orgMajor non-government organisation that works to prevent discrimination, uphold political freedom and protect people from inhumane conduct in wartime.
United Nations
http://www.un.orgResponsible for promoting human rights, development and international security.
UNICEF
http://www.unicef.orgExplore the issues facing children and young people in different corners of the globe.
Human rights in Australia
Australia Youth Facts & Stats
http://www.youthfacts.com.au/Provides facts and statistics about Australia's youth
Reconciliation Australia
http://www.reconciliationaustralia.orgLearn about Australia's reconciliation movement and what's happening today in different communities.
Racism - No Way !
http://www.racismnoway.com.auPractical ways to counter racism in your school.
Refugee Council of Australia
http://www.refugeecouncil.org.auProvides information on and advocacy for refugees in Australia .
Australian Government: Women's information
http://www.women.gov.auInformation for – and about – Australian women from diverse backgrounds.
AusAID
http://www.ausaid.gov.auInformation on Australia's overseas aid programme.
Education and advocacy
Australians for Native Title and Reconciliation
http://www.antar.org.auInformation and advice about how to advance reconciliation in Australia.
Oxfam/Community Aid Abroad
http://www.oxfam.org.auWorks in Australia and around the world to build strong communities and promote human rights and social justice.
Universal Rights Network
http://www.universalrights.netStories of people who have made a difference in the fight for human rights.
Lawstuff
http://www.lawstuff.org.auAnswers to all sorts of legal questions for young people, with info tailored to the state or territory you live in.
Worksite for Students
http://www.worksite.actu.asn.auExplains your rights and responsibilities at work; put together by the ACTU.
Tolerance.org
http://www.tolerance.orgPractical ways to build better relationships in your school and community.
Other useful links
Food-Force
http://www.food-force.comEducational video game developed by the UN World Food Program.
Darfur is Dying
http://www.darfurisdying.com
Educational video game to promote knowledge about the crisis in Darfur, Sudan.
The Source
http://www.thesource.gov.auThe Source is a gateway to youth information, programmes, services, resources and entertainment for young people between the ages of 12 and 25.
