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There's nothing casual about racism

Race discrimination Campaign

Introducing our new anti-racism campaign

Many of you told us that racism is so common that it feels ‘casual’. That’s why we’ve updated our national anti-racism campaign — to tackle this issue head on: There’s nothing casual about racism.

We need to take collective action to tackle racism wherever it occurs, from the smallest interactions to where it continues in our laws, policies and systems. As our campaign continues to develop and unfold it will:

  • Amplify expertise, in particular from First Nations and other communities experiencing racism
  • Create information, tools and resources for our supporters and the broader public to combat racism
  • Motivate and support the public to take action against racism

More about the campaign

What’s new?

Call for national inquiry into racism in Australian workplaces

Why anti-racism needs to be part of economic reform in Australia

In an opinion piece published on The Mandarin, Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman argues that Australia’s reform agenda must include a commitment to addressing workplace racism.

Launch of the National Anti-Racism Framework

Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman launched the National Anti-Racism Framework on 26 November at Parramatta Townhall.

Support services

Experiencing racism can be distressing and traumatic. If you have experienced racism, you may want to seek support. Support may come from family, friends or people within your community. However, formal support services are also available.

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Featured resources

National Anti-Racism Framework

Explore the National Anti-Racism Framework 2024: a practical roadmap for governments, businesses and organisations to address racism across Australia.

An anti-racism framework: Voices of First Nations Peoples

Discover how First Nations Peoples envision anti-racism frameworks in Australia. This research publication centres Indigenous voices and perspectives.

An anti-racism framework: Experiences and perspectives of multicultural Australia

Access an anti-racism framework informed by the lived experiences and perspectives of multicultural Australian communities and organisations.

Myths and misconceptions about racism: Fact sheets

Discover fact sheets that debunk persistent myths and misconceptions about racism in Australia with evidence-based information and practical insights.

Key racism terms

Understand key terminology used in discussions about racism and discrimination to engage in more meaningful conversations about racial equality.

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