The public sector and equal opportunity
All organisations, including public sector organisations, have responsibilities to ensure workplaces and service delivery are free from discrimination, sexual harassment, vilification and victimisation.
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Public sector and the Equal Opportunity Act
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010, the Racial and Religious Tolerance Act 2001 and federal anti-discrimination laws set out these responsibilities.
Public sector employers can be held legally responsible for workplace related incidents of:
Find out more about your obligations under the Victoria’s anti-discrimination laws.