First Nations Consultations For the Australian Human Rights Commission 3.1.5 Forms of Racism Experienced Participants reported experiencing a range of racist behaviours, highlighting the widespread and multifaceted nature of racism. The most reported forms of racism included hurtful comments and actions, which were noted by 93 respondents. Disrespect of culture was also prevalent, with 92 respondents indicating this experience. Additionally, 80 respondents reported facing unfair treatment within institutions. This data underscores the pervasive and varied nature of racism encountered by the participants. Table 5: Forms of Racism Experienced Other Having to seek justice Inequitable job opportunities Healthcare inequity Trouble finding good jobs Painful history Negative media representations Living in unhealthy environments Hurtful comments and actions Disrespect of culture Deep-rooted inequality Unfair treatment in institutions 0% 20% Form of Racism 40% 60% 80% 100% Percentage Count Hurtful comments and actions 84.55% 93 Disrespect of culture 83.64% 92 Unfair treatment in institutions 72.73% 80 Painful history 68.18% 75 Negative media representations 67.27% 74 Deep-rooted inequality 57.27% 63 Inequitable job opportunities 51.82% 57 Having to seek justice 48.18% 53 Healthcare inequity 40.91% 45 Living in unhealthy environments 36.36% 40 Trouble finding good jobs 33.64% 37 Other 14.55% 16 An Anti-Racism Framework: Voices of First Nations Peoples Page 32