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Image: 'Best Friends' by Katherine Klew.  Image was part of HREOC's Respect! Photo Competition 2003.

Sex Discrimination

Equality between men and women is a principle that lies at the heart of a fair and productive society. It is also the key goal of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984, which aims to eliminate discrimination and sexual harassment and promote greater equality in all aspects of the Australian community.

Under the Act, individuals can lodge complaints of sex discrimination and sexual harassment with the Australian Human Rights Commission.

We undertake a range of activities to address discrimination, sexual harassment and other barriers to equality. Our role includes reviewing laws, conducting research, preparing policy advice and running community education programs.

This work is led by Elizabeth Broderick, the Sex Discrimination Commissioner.