Sexual Harassment
Examples of the types of complaints we have resolved include:
Sexual harassment and victimisation in employment
A woman alleged she was sexually harassed at her workplace and victimised when she raised concerns about her treatment in the workplace. As a result, she felt she had to leave her role in the organisation and take leave to recuperate.
The matter was resolved in conciliation with the employer agreeing to pay $10,000 in compensation; continuing to provide her with a permanent position; and agreeing to conduct an internal review into the matters the woman had raised.
Sex discrimination and sexual harassment in employment
A woman alleged she was discriminated against during her employment in a retail business due to sexual comments and aggressive language by her employer. The woman claimed she was unable to return to the workplace due the impact this behaviour had on her health, and she resigned.
The matter was resolved through facilitated negotiations between the parties with the employer agreeing to provide the woman with an apology and a reference (both in agreed terms), compensation of $10,000, reimbursement for up to 10 consultations with a psychologist of the woman's choice and payment of entitlements.
Sexual harassment and sex discrimination in employment
A woman alleged sex discrimination in her employment due to being paid less than her male colleagues, the way she was treated was less favourable due to her sex and being subjected to sexual harassment. She also alleged she was victimised as a result of raising these issues with her employer, by being excluded, ignored and denied work opportunities. The matter was resolved in a conciliated agreement, with the employer paying $40,000 financial compensation.