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Support Services

for individuals affected by workplace sexual harassment


If you are experiencing or witnessing sexual harassment, it could impact your mental health.

There are a number of free support services that you can access if you need help or support.

Counselling

  • 1800 RESPECT
    1800RESPECT offers 24/7 confidential counselling and support for people affected by sexual, domestic or family violence.

    Tel: 1800 737732
    Website: 1800respect.org.au

  • Lifeline
    Lifeline offers 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.

    Tel: 13 11 14
    Website: lifeline.org.au

  • Beyond Blue
    Beyond Blue provides information and 24-hour advice and support to people affected by depression and anxiety.

    Tel: 1300 224 636
    Website: www.beyondblue.org.au

  • SANE
    SANE provides support to people with complex mental health issues, including trauma.

    Tel: 1800 187 263
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.sane.org

  • Your doctor
    Your General Practitioner (GP) can provide you with advice and referrals to support services to suit your needs.

Legal Services

If you are experiencing sex discrimination or sexual harassment, there are a range of services offering free legal advice and referrals.’

Community Legal Centres
If you need free legal help, including information, referrals, legal education, advice, casework and representation services, you can contact your local community legal centre.

You can find your local legal centre at Community Legal Centres Australia.

This includes specialised legal support services for:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers
  • LGBTIQ+ workers
  • Women
  • Workers with a disability.
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JobWatch
If you live in Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania, you can contact JobWatch.

JobWatch is an independent, not-for-profit employments rights community legal centres that supports workers in Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania with their rights at work.

Tel: (03) 9662 1933 (Melbourne Metro)
Tel: 1800 331 617 (regional Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania)
Website: JobWatch

Legal Aid

Legal Aid Commissions can provide a range of services, including information, legal advice and representation in courts and tribunals.

Each state in Australia has a Legal Aid Commission and you can check whether you are eligible to receive assistance by contacting Legal Aid in your state or territory.