The Rights Talk was well attended with approximately 50-60 people filling the room at the AHRC offices. Disability Discrimination Commissioner Graeme Innes chaired the event and began by introducing the concept of human rights and how the internet and access to it is integral for society.
He asked Collins and other panel members if they perceived internet access as a human right.
While the organisers encourage all to attend, the program is geared towards the more technical end of the spectrum with key topics for 2013 including:
Universal access to telecommunications has long been touted as a requirement and right for Australian citizens. Now access to the internet and digital literacy are increasingly being recognised as integral for our community’s inclusion and ability to participate fully in social, economic and political life.
The awards promote better quality, frequency and wider use of captions on television, in cinemas, DVDs, theatre, live events and in other situations such as public transport. Captions are such a benefit to the one in six Australians who are Deaf or have a hearing impairment or chronic disorder of the ear. Captions are an essential part of daily communications, entertainment and social needs, providing enjoyment and information about what is happening in the world around us.
