Human rights are a set of principles that relate to equality and fairness. These principles are based on things that people around the world have agreed are essential to live a good life free from fear, discrimination and harassment. Some examples include the right to:
- Life
- Health
- Be free from torture or other cruel or inhuman treatment
- Privacy
- Be treated equally before the law
- Marry and start a family
- Work
- An education.
These rights apply to all citizens equally, regardless of:
- Disability
- Sex or gender
- Cultural background, ethnicity or skin colour
- Sexual orientation
- Personal opinion
- Religious beliefs
- Social status (12).
(12) Verick, M. Prepared for Focus ACT (2015) Australians with Disability: Changing Attitudes to their Rights, Abilities and Lifestyle
