Resources

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Australia helped draft this foundational UN document in 1945, outlining the rights recognised for all people worldwide.

Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Ratified by Australia in 2008, this convention defines the rights of people with disabilities as recognised by the UN.

Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety

Queensland Government’s Disability website providing information and resources for community support.

Department of Human Services (Australian Federal Government)

Federal Government’s Disability services website offering access to support and information.

The Declaration of the Rights of the Child

Details the full rights of children worldwide as recognised by the United Nations.