Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission
FHRADC
Summary
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is established under s.45 of the 2013 Constitution and the Human Rights Commission Decree 2009. It replaced the earlier Human Rights Commission Act 1999. The Commission receives complaints from individuals alleging human rights violations or discrimination, including complaints against the Fiji Police Force and the Fiji Corrections Service. It may investigate, mediate, and refer matters to the Director of Public Prosecutions. Its recommendations on discipline are advisory only. The Commission is composed of civilian members appointed by the President on the advice of the Constitutional Offices Commission, and reports annually to Parliament.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Human Rights Commission Decree 2009
- Citation
- Human Rights Commission Decree 2009 (Decree No. 11 of 2009); Constitution of the Republic of Fiji 2013, s.45
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Receives and investigates complaints of human rights violations and discrimination by any person or body, including the Fiji Police Force and Fiji Corrections Service; may conduct inquiries, mediate, and report findings to Parliament; does not have binding discipline authority over LE agencies.