e-Learning modules on human rights
In this reporting period, the Commission released a suite of free e-learning modules on human rights and
human rights frameworks. The e-learning modules are freely available on the Commission’s website and
are designed to provide a basic introduction to human rights and responsibilities, and the United Nations
human rights frameworks.
The Commission also continues to offer a range of other free e-learning modules on:
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National Principles on Child Safe Organisations (featured above)
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Benefits of Multigenerational Workforces (with support from the NSW Department of Communities
and Justice).
The e-learning course on Benefits of a Multigenerational Workforce aims to increase understanding of the
benefits of employing older people and highlights practical ways of working with older employees to foster
engagement and retention. Participants gain a deeper awareness of the nature of age discrimination in
employment and learn practical ways of working within a multigenerational team.
Preventing and responding to sexual harassment – workshops with various private and
public sector organisations
In this reporting period, the Commission has responded to increased demand for training on how to
prevent and respond to sexual harassment in the workplace. These training workshops, tailored for both
staff, middle, and senior management, focus on increasing participants’ understanding of:
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the meaning of workplace sexual harassment
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the legal framework surrounding sexual harassment
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the impacts sexual harassment may have on individuals and Australian workplaces
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the role workplace culture can play in preventing sexual harassment
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responsibilities of employees and employers, including managers and senior executives, in preventing
and responding to workplace sexual harassment
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effective bystander support strategies
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how to effectively respond to reports of sexual harassment
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how to support staff who have been impacted by sexual harassment
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how to have conversations with colleagues about preventing and addressing sexual harassment in
the workplace.
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Australian Human Rights Commission
Annual Report 2020–2021