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Public Hearings 1 – 3 July 2009

As part of the National Human Rights Consultation, the Committee will be holding three days of Public Hearings from 1 to 3 July 2009 in the Great Hall of Parliament House in Canberra.

The Public Hearings provide a forum for key commentators on human rights issues to present information to the Committee. This will include addresses from public figures and notable speakers, both at home and overseas.

The Hearings will also provide an opportunity for the Committee to invite groups and individuals who have made substantive submissions as part of the Consultation, to expand upon or clarify elements of their submission.

The public is invited to attend some or all the Hearings. This is copy of the program providing titles of topics to be discussed during the Public Hearings. Please see the schedule of events listed below and register to attend one or more of the sessions that interest you.

The proceedings will be filmed and made available via the Australian Public Affairs channel at a later date.

Photographs will also be taken.

Please ensure you arrive early to Parliament House to register your name, receive a copy of the program and be seated.

A hearing loop and an Auslan interpreter will be available during the Hearings.

Schedule of events

In order to attend the Public Hearings, you are encouraged to register by clicking on one or more of the sessions you wish to attend below. There will be opportunities for the public to participate during dedicated times to ask questions in the Public Hearings

• Click here to view a copy of the Public Hearings program.