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Final hearing of parliamentary women and children’s rights inquiry to focus on practical solutions

Addressing human rights violations with practical and measurable solutions will be the focus of the Human Rights Subcommittee of the during its public hearing on Friday, 11 August 2023 in Australian Parliament House. The Subcommittee’s final hearing for the will discuss potential measures to improve the human rights of women and children globally with stakeholders such as non-government organisations and Australian Government agencies.

The Chair of the Human Rights Subcommittee, , Member for Calwell, stated that:

“Throughout this inquiry, the Subcommittee has heard evidence about the types and scale of harm being perpetrated against women and children globally. Our final hearing will focus on how the Australian Government can make a practical and measurable difference to the lives of women and children. My fellow Subcommittee members and I look forward to discussing potential pathways forward with key stakeholders and experts.”

The Subcommittee may accept submissions until the final report is tabled in the Parliament. Submissions containing graphic material will not be accepted to the inquiry. Submissions should be lodged online using a .

Further information in relation to the inquiry is available from the JSCFADT’s .

Hearing details

Time: 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm (AEST)

Venue: Committee Room 2R1, Australian Parliament House, Canberra

Witnesses: Save the Children

Associate Professor Hannah McGlade

Harmony Alliance (Social Policy Group)

Australian Human Rights Commission

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

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