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Sex Discrimination9 July 2025News story
The positive duty is making workplaces safer
The Australian Human Rights Commission is taking action to make Australian workplaces safer for everyone. We have started formal inquiries, developed proactive compliance strategies, and worked with organisations and businesses to meet their legal obligations to prevent and respond to work-related sexual harassment, sexist behaviour, sex discrimination and related victimisation. -
Sex Discrimination25 June 2025Media Release
New report calls for stronger measures to combat sexual harassment
The Australian Human Rights Commission has released a landmark report revealing the systemic barriers faced by people who experience workplace sexual harassment—and outlining urgent reforms needed to drive lasting, meaningful change. -
Sex Discrimination23 May 2025Media Release
Australian Human Rights Commission to take action to address gender pay gap
New data from Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) shows the Australian Human Rights Commission has a 13.5% median gender pay gap, despite women making up 85% of Commission staff. “Gender inequality is widespread in Australia. The Commission’s results underscore the work we must do to address gender inequality within our organisation,” said President of the Australian Human Rights… -
Sex Discrimination26 May 2025Webpage
Workplace Sexual Harassment Resources
Resources for workers, employers and advocates on workplace sexual harassment—what works, what doesn’t, and how to make workplaces safer. -
Sex Discrimination11 December 2024Media Release
One year strong: advancing workplace gender equality through the positive duty
Today marks one year since the Australian Human Rights Commission’s positive duty regulatory powers came into force, aiming to eliminate sexual harassment and discrimination in Australian workplaces. -
Sex Discrimination25 November 2021Publication
Set the Standard: Report on the Independent Review into Workplaces
Conducted by the Australian Human Rights Commission and led by the Sex Discrimination Commissioner, the Review was asked to make recommendations to ensure that Commonwealth parliamentary workplaces are safe and respectful and that the nation’s Parliament reflects best practice in prevention and response to bullying, sexual harassment and sexual assault. -
Sex Discrimination4 February 2025Publication
Use of Confidentiality Clauses in the Resolution of WSH Complaints
Guidelines on the Use of Confidentiality Clauses in the Resolution of Workplace Sexual Harassment Complaints These provide principles to guide the consideration of the use of a confidentiality clause in a settlement agreement concerning a workplace sexual harassment claim. The principles provide that confidentiality clauses should be clear, fair, in plain English and translated or… -
Sex Discrimination4 March 2021Project
Independent Review into Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces
The Australian Human Rights Commission launched Set the Standard: Report on the Independent Review into Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces on 30 November 2021. -
Sex Discrimination26 May 2025Webpage
For workers
Support for workers facing workplace sexual harassment—learn to identify, respond, and seek help with practical tools and guidance from real experiences. -
Sex Discrimination14 May 2019Webpage
Change the course - 18 month milestone
Track progress in university sexual harassment reforms with the Australian Human Rights Commission’s 18-month milestone report on ‘Change the Course’. -
Sex Discrimination5 July 2019Webpage
National Inquiry into Sexual Harassment in Australian Workplaces - Submissions to the National Inquiry
Explore the Australian Human Rights Commission’s inquiry into workplace sexual harassment and contribute to a safer, equitable work environment. -
Sex Discrimination18 July 2021Publication
Independent Review into Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces
In 2021, the Commission updated on the Review into Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces, aiming to improve the culture and safety against workplace misconduct. -
Sex Discrimination7 March 2025Webpage
Where to seek help if you've experienced workplace sexual harassment
Find out what options are available to you to seek help if you have experienced workplace sexual harassment depending on your individual circumstances.