ABOUT US

Doctors for Justice is a human rights based organisation with a focus on the intersection of

health and mental health, law and human rights.

Our aims are to promote awareness and social debate; to promote a human rights agenda as fundamental to civil society; to raise awareness of violations and threats to human rights; and to promote advocacy and clinical skills in support of vulnerable populations.

D4J is actively involved in advocacy and support for asylum seekers and refugees including case assessments, training of health professionals, conference presentations, publications and involvement in Government inquiries, Members also undertake research into the health and mental health of refugees ad asylum seekers and refugees, indigenous communities and those impacted by discriminating and racism. 

D4J provides human rights news and research, access to inquiry reports and legal findings. The group supports research development and training for students and postgraduates. The group supports development of a network of professionals and groups with a focus on human rights and health including contribution to tertiary and professional training. 

Membership is open to doctors and health professionals, mental health professionals, lawyers and human rights workers, community advocacy organisations, student and consumer groups and media professionals.