Sex Discrimination Act 1984
The Sex Discrimination Act is designed to promote equality between men and women and to eliminate gender based discrimination in employment, education and other areas. It is based primarily on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. The Act prohibits discrimination on the grounds of sex (including breast feeding), marital status, pregnancy or potential pregnancy and family responsibilities. It also specifically makes sexual harassment in the workplace and in educational institutions unlawful.