How DCA can assist

DCA can assist you to develop strategies and policies to manage and prevent the problem of harassment in the workplace including:

  • Diversity awareness training for managers and employees, which includes information on harassment and legal responsibilities and rights for employees, managers, and organisations. 
  • Diversity audits to measure workplace culture and identify areas for improvement.
  • Reviewing or developing your policies and strategies for diversity and EEO.
  • Training for Contact Officers to assist them in their role as a reference point and support person for people with diversity and EEO concerns.
  • Referrals for mediation and dispute resolution assistance and Investigating and managing complaints of inappropriate behaviour.
  • One-on-one coaching to encourage managers and employees to stamp out inappropriate behaviour and encourage respect in the workplace.

Gilbert + Tobin

Gilbert + Tobin is DCA’s preferred provider of legal services and is a premium player in the Australian legal market. Focusing on dynamic and evolving market sectors, our lawyers advise clients on transactions that define and direct the market. The firm's reputation for expert advice extends across employment, litigation, corporate advisory, mergers and acquisitions, competition and regulation, real estate, projects and finance, communications and technology, intellectual property and tax.

Gilbert + Tobin's employment group advises companies and government departments on the complex task of managing contracts, compliance, policy, performance and change. Experienced in all forms of alternative resolution, our strength lies in providing practical solutions to suit the specific needs of a business and its employees. The firm works with its clients to foresee the issues and plan ahead.

For legal advice or assistance, please contact Dianne Banks, Partner at Gilbert + Tobin on dbanks@gtlaw.com.au.