2023-12-05
The complainant alleged that the respondent not-for-profit organisation denied her request to work from home during school holidays to enable her to care for her three children. She alleged she was told she would not be able to meet the requirements of her role while looking after her children.
The organisation claimed the complainant’s role required her to be present in the office.
The complaint was resolved. The parties agreed to end the employment relationship. The organisation agreed to pay the complainant $6,000 as general damages.
Year
Discrimination type
Sex Discrimination Act
Grounds
Family responsibilities
Sex
Areas
Employment
Compensation
Amount
$6,000