What do you need to know about the new stricter workplace sexual harassment laws in Australia?

One in five Australian women has been sexually assaulted

One in five Australian women has been sexually assaulted Source: Getty / Getty Images

The new law enforcing accountability on employers for the prevention of sexual harassment in Australian workplaces is now in effect.


Key Points
  • According to studies, less than one in every five individuals who experience workplace sexual harassment fail to report the incident.
  • The changes aim to prevent sexual harassment before it occurs in the workplace, rather than merely reacting to incidents after they happen.
  • The Human Rights Commission (HRC) holds regulatory powers to investigate companies that may not fulfil their obligations.
The information in this story is general in nature. For advice on individual situations, please contact a respective and licenced employment or migration expert.

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