Special measures or affirmative actions targeting recruitment to Indigenous Australians are permitted under anti-discrimination law because...Nb. More than one response may be correct, choose all correct responses.Group of answer choicesSpecial measures address entrenched discrimination and provide equal opportunity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoplesIndigeneity may be a genuine occupational requirement for positions providing services to or liaising with Indigenous communitiesPositive action to assist historically disadvantaged racial groups is not unlawful if it is reasonable and proportionateEquality does not always mean equal treatment. Substantive equality may require different treatment to ensure improved outcomes

This week’s lecture argues that although individual Indigenous Australians have excelled in many fields, overall Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people remain disadvantaged in employment in AustraliaGroup of answer choicesTrueFalse

How does complying with anti-discrimination legislation ensure cultural safety to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and their families? (Approx. 60 words).

The United Kingdom and Australia are among the countries that have adopted __________ policies to remove the historical double standard at work.A.discriminationB.disabilityC.comparable worthD.affirmative action

Select TWO Federal anti-discrimination laws and the ONE relevant to a State/Territory.Age Discrimination Act 2004Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1987Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 Queensland – Anti-Discrimination Act 1991Northern Territory – Anti-Discrimination Act 1996

What is Racial Discrimination? Options Everyone is treated equally Majorities and minorities are both equal When a person is treated less favorably because of race