Rights Made Real

Rights Made Real

Bringing human rights to life. The Rights Made Real podcast from the Queensland Human Rights Commission is a platform to discuss freedom, respect, equality and dignity - and how we can achieve this for all Queenslanders. Through sharing stories and lived experience, Rights Made Real will help you to understand and uphold your human rights. Find out more, or get in touch with us at qhrc.qld.gov.au/

Episodes

June 26, 2025 2 mins

Where are we with reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in 2025?

After the defeat of the Voice to Parliament and the dismantling of a truth telling process in Queensland, First Nations leaders are gathering strength and looking for a path forward.

Throughout this series, First Nations community members give you an inside look at how they’re tackling the challenges and opportunities for all Australians.

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First Nations leaders reflect on the fight for human rights in the face of setbacks. They say it’s time to gather strength and healing is an integral part of moving forward towards self-determination.

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Sometimes Mick Gooda feels like a turtle. There are days he wants to hide under his shell.

“When you work in jobs like mine, you've got to be optimistic. But there are times when I curl up in the foetal position under the doona beca...

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July 6, 2025 33 mins

Deep conversations about Indigenous human rights revealing what’s happening in First Nations communities all over the world.

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When Aunty Gracelyn Smallwood had dinner with activist and former South African President Nelson Mandela, he dropped a truth bomb.

“I did a PhD on First Nations Australians human rights violations. I’ve lectured all around the world. Nelson Mandela invited me over to talk on my PhD.

“And Nelson Mandela said...

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July 6, 2025 28 mins

Go inside communities to find out what’s happening on country when it comes to self-determination. You’ll hear proactive solutions from human rights advocates whose actions have a real-world impact.

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When your last name is Mabo, you rightfully have a place etched into the history of human rights.

That’s the legacy proudly carried in the heart and head of Kaleb Mabo, the grandson of land rights pioneer Eddie Mabo.

“It’s enormous. I...

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July 6, 2025 32 mins

First Nations leaders dream of the next step in self-determination. They’re learning from the past and looking to the future as they make calls for action to empower the next generation.

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When Professor Marcia Langton walks into a room, everyone listens to her sharp analysis of progress, setbacks and her source of optimism.

“The youth are stepping up through leadership programs and they have very clear ideas, and I’m full of hope ...

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