What are my rights if I think I’m being discriminated against at work?
The law also says you must not be discriminated against at work, whether you’re a job applicant, an employee or an independent contractor. Unlawful discrimination is when you are treated less favourably than other people on the basis of a personal characteristic which is protected by law. These characteristics can include your age, sex, race, religious belief or activity, or disability. It is also unlawful to discriminate against you because you are associated with someone who has, or is assumed to have, one of these personal characteristics. If you think you are being discriminated against you may be able to make a formal complaint. Contact your union, JobWatch or the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission.
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