Commission welcomes ALRC report on religious schools and anti-discrimination laws

Summary:

The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the Australian Law Reform Commission's report on religious educational institutions and anti-discrimination laws. The report recommends ensuring that students and teachers are protected from discrimination based on their sexuality, gender identity, marital or relationship status, or pregnancy, while also recognizing the right to freedom of religion. The Commission urges the Federal Government to introduce legislation consistent with the report's recommendations, including amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act to prevent discrimination against students and teachers, and guidelines for allowing preferential employment by religious educational institutions while maintaining a community of faith.