Tasmania’s educators have directly contributed to the Tasmanian Parliament’s Inquiry into Discrimination and Bullying in Tasmanian Schools by making our own submission, reflecting collective feedback and input from members across the state.
You can read our full submission right here:
The Inquiry was established to:
- (a) inquire into and report upon direct and indirect discrimination, prohibited conduct, unequal and disadvantageous treatment, bullying and harassment in Tasmanian schools in regard to students and staff;
- (b) inquire into and report upon the measures necessary to prevent and remedy discrimination and bullying in Tasmanian schools in regard to students and staff;
- (c) examine the obligations and duties of Tasmanian schools under the Anti Discrimination Act 1998 and other relevant statutes and policies in regard to students and staff;
- (d) examine and recommend what efforts are being made and should be made towards meeting those obligations by Tasmanian schools in regard to students and staff;
- (e) examine what other legislative or policy reforms may be required to address discrimination and bullying in regard to students and staff;
- (f) determine the impact of discrimination and bullying on student participation, retention and educational outcomes, and on staff recruitment, retention, workplace safety and career development;
- (g) ensure appropriate public consultation is conducted on all matters;
- (h) any other matter incidental
The Committee is due to table its final report by 28 November 2024. Check that your details are up to date and you’re receiving AEU updates to ensure you receive updates about the inquiry.
You can learn more about the Inquiry, see its Terms of Reference as well as future updates at https://www.parliament.tas.gov.au/committees/house-of-assembly/standing-committees/government-administration-committee-a/inquiries/discrimination-and-bullying-in-tasmanian-schools
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