Australian Values
Respect for the freedom and dignity of the individual
Respect for the equal worth, dignity and freedom of the individual is one of the shared values listed in "Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond". It means every person is treated with respect regardless of their background, beliefs or circumstances.
Key facts
- ◆ Every person has equal worth and is entitled to dignity and respect.
- ◆ People are free to make their own choices about how they live their lives.
- ◆ This value applies to everyone in Australia, citizen or not.
- ◆ It is a value you must affirm in the Australian Citizenship Pledge.
On the citizenship test you must answer ALL Australian-values questions correctly, in addition to the overall 75% pass mark.