Latest News
- 28 September 2016 Attend the launch of Mental Health Week
- 26 September 2016 Victorian Seniors Festival launches on 2 October
- 08 September 2016 Equal Pay Day is a reminder of gender inequality
Projects & Reviews
- Independent Equity and Diversity Review of the Country Fire Authority and the Metropolitan Fire Brigade
- Aboriginal Cultural Rights in Victoria
- Independent review into sex discrimination and sexual harassment, including predatory behaviour, in Victoria Police.
- Auslan interpreters in Victorian hospitals
Complaints
Contact us if you have been discriminated against, sexually harassed, victimised or vilified. We will help resolve your complaint through our free, fair and timely dispute resolution service.
The Law
We are an independent agency with responsibilities under three laws to protect all Victorians from discrimination and human rights breaches:
- The Equal Opportunity Act 2010
- The Racial and Religious Tolerance Act 2001
- The Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006
We conciliate complaints of alleged discrimination lodged under the Equal Opportunity Act and the Racial and Religious Tolerance Act.
The Charter requires all public authorities to consider human rights when making decisions, developing policies and providing services.
About Us
We work to create a community where every person values, understands and respects human rights and equal opportunity.
Our services
- a free telephone Enquiry Line
- a free, fair and timely dispute resolution service
- information and education about equal opportunity, racial and religious vilification and the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities
- education, training and consultancy services.
