Equal opportunity

We hear and decide cases about unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, gender equality, victimisation or vilification under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010Racial and Religious Tolerance Act 2001 or Gender Equality Act 2020. We can also grant and revoke exemptions under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Get an outcome

Choose the type of application that applies to you

Resolve a dispute about unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, victimisation or vilification

Apply for an exemption

Apply to revoke an exemption

Apply about a gender equality matter

Organisations that may be able to help you

VCAT can't offer you legal advice. Below are organisations that may be able to help with your case.

Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission

Information and education about equal opportunity and racial and religious vilification. They also provide a dispute resolution service and education, training and consultancy services.

Victoria Legal Aid

Helping Victorians with their legal issues. You can get free legal information online or over the phone.