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Charter of Human Rights

The Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities (Charter) confirms that all people are entitled to enjoy freedom, respect, equality and dignity.  The Charter sets out a number of civil and political rights that are relevant to people with mental illness, including:

• Feedom from Dscrimination
• Equality before the Law
• Right to a Fair Hearing
• Freedom from Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment
• Freedom of Movement
• Privacy and Reputation
• Right to Liberty and Security
• Humane Treatment when Deprived of Liberty

The Victorian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (VHREOC) website contains easy-to-read information explaining how human rights are relevant to ordinary people in Victoria:-

• Your Rights Explained VHREOC website

The full-text of the Charter can be downloaded below:-

• Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities AustLII website