Queensland Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Service

Provides legal assistance and social support to vulnerable workers affected by sexual harassment and discrimination

Who It Helps

Workers who don’t have the resources, support or safety to deal with the issue without assistance
Employees, independent contractors, gig/platform workers, volunteers, migrant workers
Sexual harassment – unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature including unwelcome touching, sexual comments, requests of demands for sexual favour and sexual assault
Discrimination – unfair treatment at work because of personal characteristics including age, sex, gender identity, race or disability
Case workers or other service providers wanting guidance or to make a referral
Community groups
Qld-wide

What We Provide

Information line about workers’ rights
Information sessions for community groups about sexual harassment, discrimination and other workplace rights
Legal advice about options and next steps to take
Legal representation during negotiations, dispute resolution, tribunal and court proceedings (where resources permit)
Consultation on legal and system reforms
Self-help resources

How It Works

Appointment required

Operates from Caxton’s Brisbane city office Mon-Fri

Provides in-person, phone and online services

Uses a multidisciplinary approach with lawyers and social workers collaborating on joint case management where there are complex barriers to getting help