
Only peaceful assemblies are protected, not those which involve violence. Meetings and protests are examples of assemblies. The right to peaceful assembly is the right of individuals to gather for a common purpose or to pursue common goals. This right is based on Articles 21 and 22 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. This right protects not only the right to meet but to join or form a group with like-minded people. The Human Rights Act protects the right of peaceful assembly and freedom of association. Every person has the right to freedom of association with others, including the right to form and join trade unions.Every person has the right of peaceful assembly.Section 22 of the Human Rights Act 2019 says that: Toggle menu for Information in your languageĭownload the Right to peaceful assembly and freedom of association fact sheet (PDF File, 275.3 KB).What is the Commission doing about COVID restrictions that impact on human rights?Ĭustomers, face masks and discrimination - a guide for Queensland businesses and services Toggle menu for COVID-19 and human rights.

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