This report argues that there is need for reforms to ensure that the current definition of charities, which recognises advocacy as a part of an organisation’s charitable purpose, be protected and advanced.

Whilst there has been considerable progress in the human rights of sexual and gender minorities in recent decades, this report highlights the extent to which significant inequalities persist, particularly in respect of relationship recognition.

The picture that emerges from this assessment is not positive. Whereas Australia was once a leader in the global struggle for gender equality, this report makes clear that in recent years Australia has resiled from this commitment and many of the achievements of an earlier period have now been undone. This is most obviously true...