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Human Rights Commission’s Work Highlighted in House of Assembly
Hamilton, Bermuda — March 16, 2026 The work undertaken by the Human Rights Commission in 2025 was highlighted today in the House of Assembly during the Budget Debate. The Commission’s priorities for the 2026–2027 fiscal year were shared, reaffirming its commitment to...
The Human Rights Commission Launches Age Discrimination Consultation
The Human Rights Commission today announced it has commenced a public consultation on age discrimination on Monday, January 13, 2026. According to Executive Officer, Lisa Reed, “This consultation aims to understand people’s lived experiences, views and perspectives of...
Ten Human Rights Tribunal Panel Members Appointed
The Selection and Appointment Committee (SAC) for the Human Rights Tribunal, established in accordance with Section 13A of the Human Rights Act 1981 (Act), today announced the appointed members to Bermuda’s Human Rights Tribunal panel. The Human Rights Tribunal is...
Human Rights Commission Releases 2024 Disability Inclusion Report
HamiltonBermuda The Human Rights Commission has published its Disability Inclusion Report, following a comprehensive consultation with the objective of understanding the lived experiences of people with disabilities and identifying the barriers they face in...
Human Rights Commission’s 2024 Annual Report – Now Available
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hamilton, Bermuda – The Human Rights Commission’s 2024 Annual Report was laid in the House of Assembly today, July 18, 2025 and will be sent to the Upper House next week. The report details the work of the Commission during the 2024...
Selection and Appointment Committee Accepting Applications
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2025 Hamilton, Bermuda - The Selection and Appointment Committee (SAC) established in accordance with Section 13A of the Human Rights Act 1981, as amended, is now inviting applications from members of the public to serve on Bermuda’s...
Bermuda’s Legacy of Global Solidarity – Reaffirmed Action for Gaza and Invitation to a Walk and Community Gathering in Solidarity Human Rights Tribunal Decisions Released
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2025 Bermuda’s history is rooted in injustice and resistance. From the cruelty of slavery, our ancestors rose with dignity and defiance, affirming their humanity and fueling movements for Emancipation. Mary Prince’s voice...
Human Rights Tribunal Decisions Released
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2024 Hamilton, Bermuda – The Human Rights Commission is providing an update on recent rulings made by the Human Rights Tribunal in the following three cases: Pearman v. Commissioner of Corrections, Government of...
Human Rights Annual Report Issued
HamiltonBermuda The Human Rights Commission’s 2023 annual report was laid in the House of Assembly and will be sent to the Upper House next week. The report details the work the Commission has undertaken during the calendar year 2023 and highlights achievements,...
Public Consultation: Disability Inclusion in Bermuda
Hamilton, Bermuda – June 5, 2024 The Human Rights Commission is conducting a public consultation on disability and inclusion in Bermuda. The Commission invites people with disabilities, members of the public and other stakeholders to complete the electronic survey....