Religion

There are Commonwealth laws that protect workers against discrimination at work because of their religion.

It is against the law if, because of your religion, you are:

• refused a job
• dismissed from work
• denied training opportunities
• denied promotion
• subjected to less favourable working conditions or terms of employment

Complaints about being discriminated against because of your religion can be made to:

• Fair Work Ombudsman (except for people who work for state governments)
• Australian Human Rights Commission

Religious employment, e.g. in a church, is not covered by discrimination laws.