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31 March 2025News storySex Discrimination Commissioner celebrates Trans Day of Visibility
On International Trans Day of Visibility, the Australian Human Rights Commission recognises and affirms the rights, dignity, and contributions of trans and gender diverse people. -
27 May 2025Webpage
Commemorating 50 years of the Racial Discrimination Act
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Sex Discrimination
23 April 2024Webpage
The Positive Duty in the Sex Discrimination Act
The Commission has developed resources to help organisations and businesses understand their new legal responsibilities under the Sex Discrimination Act. -
Sex Discrimination
16 April 2024News story
Sex Discrimination Commissioner: Lehrmann ruling dispels rape myths
Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Dr Cody commended the Federal Court’s decision in the Lehrmann case for challenging misconceptions about rape and consent. -
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice
13 June 2025News story
We must end the national shame of Aboriginal deaths in custody
The President and all seven Commissioners of the Australian Human Rights Commission are united in our demand for immediate reform over the ongoing crisis of Aboriginal deaths in custody. -
Sex Discrimination
6 July 2023Media Release
Commission welcomes new Sex Discrimination Commissioner
The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the appointment of Professor Anna Cody to the role of Sex Discrimination Commissioner. “On behalf of Commissioners and staff, I warmly welcome Professor Cody to the Commission. She has a distinguished career as an academic, as a lawyer specialising in discrimination and as a passionate advocate for human rights,” said Commission President,… -
Sex Discrimination
19 September 2018Webpage
Sex Discrimination
Read the latest news about how the Commission works to end sex discrimination and harassment and works to promote gender equality for a fairer society. -
Sex Discrimination
9 April 2024Media Release
Sex Discrimination Commissioner assists Federal Court in Tickle v Giggle for Girls Pty Ltd case
Today, representatives from the Australian Human Rights Commission, including the Sex Discrimination Commissioner, will attend the hearing of Tickle v Giggle for Girls Pty Ltd at the Federal Court. Roxanne Tickle was refused access to a social networking app described as being ‘made for women by women’. Ms Tickle alleges that she was refused access because she is a trans woman, and that this… -
Sex Discrimination
4 April 2023News story
Farewell to Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins
The Commission farewells Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins, celebrating the lasting impact her work has had on Australian workplaces and communities. -
Sex Discrimination
26 May 2025Webpage
For employers
Guidance for employers to prevent and respond to workplace sexual harassment—tools, policies, and strategies to build safe, respectful work environments. -
Sex Discrimination
4 September 2023Media Release
Dr Anna Cody commences as Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner
Today the Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes Dr Anna Cody to the Commission as Australia’s new Sex Discrimination Commissioner. Dr Cody’s commencement as Commissioner follows the announcement of her appointment by the Federal Attorney-General in early July. Dr Cody said: “I’m honoured to be starting in the role and I’m aware of the responsibility it holds as well as the potential… -
Sex Discrimination
26 May 2025Webpage
Workplace Sexual Harassment Resources
Resources for workers, employers and advocates on workplace sexual harassment—what works, what doesn’t & how to make workplaces safer.