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February 11, 2025 Commentary

Western Australia’s Indefensible Record on Children’s Rights

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February 10, 2025 Commentary

Australia Should Support a Global Right to Free Education

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January 21, 2025 Statement

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Australia Passes Harsh New Anti-Migration Laws

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November 20, 2024 Statement

Submission to the Working Group on Discrimination Against Women and Girls

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September 22, 2024 Statement

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