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'Don't just suffer in silence': Here's what you need to do if you experience workplace racism in Australia

Experiences of racism in the workplace can leave lasting impacts on mental health, safety and sense of belonging.

Experiences of racism in the workplace can leave lasting impacts on mental health, safety and sense of belonging. Source: Moment RF / Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images

Find out the steps and support services available if you experience racism in the workplace in Australia.


Key Points
  • Every employee, including migrant and multicultural workers, has the right to be treated with respect and not be discriminated against based on race. Racism is not just a matter of behaviour; it can also affect a person’s mental and physical health.
  • There are concrete steps to take if you experience racism in Australia. If the issue is not resolved, there are external agencies you can approach, such as the Fair Work Ombudsman and other anti-discrimination bodies.
  • It doesn’t have to be tolerated, everyone has a role. It is not the victim’s responsibility to endure racism. Co-workers and employers also play an important role in reporting, providing support, and creating a safe and fair workplace.

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