A huge step forward for fairness and equality in Victoria
29 October 2021 – Equality Australia and the Independent Education Union Victoria Tasmania have welcomed the introduction of proposed new laws by the Victorian Government to better protect Victorians from discrimination by religious organisations and called on all members of parliament to support the Bill. The Government’s Equal Opportunity (Religious Exceptions) Amendment Bill 2021 will narrow carve-outs to the state’s anti-discrimination laws that currently allow religious organisations such as schools and service providers to discriminate against staff, students and people seeking to access services on the basis of their sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or […]
Read MoreA demonstration of leadership: LGBTIQ+ group joins union in welcoming Victorian Government anti-discrimination announcement
16 September, 2021 – Equality Australia and the Independent Education Union (Vic) have welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement that it will reform anti-discrimination laws to better protect lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. “Everyone deserves to live, work and study with dignity and respect, no matter who they are or whom they love”, said Anna […]
Read MoreImpact of COVID-19 Survey
We know that this time presents a unique challenge for so many. We’ve been working with organisations across the country to make sure our community is kept informed. From employment to health and wellbeing, to decreased opportunities to connect – COVID-19 is impacting on us all in many ways. We know that this time presents a […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 and Australian LGBTIQ+ Communities
We are strong. We have weathered health crises before and emerged stronger together on the other side. We have also helped to build a more equal Australia in the face of adversity and discrimination against us, both in the past and present. But the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) presents us with a new challenge. Recognising that […]
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