ACT
If you are experiencing a work-related problem, help is available.
The services below provide free information and advice to migrants, people on temporary visas or people without a visa. You can talk about your concerns in private and without your employer or sponsor knowing.
For free and confidential legal advice
Legal Aid ACT
Provides legal help to people in the ACT, including advice and representation for criminal, family, and some civil law matters.
Eligibility: Anyone can access free legal information. Ongoing help (such as advice, representation or casework) depends on your circumstances, including a means test, whether the matter has merit, and whether it is a priority area.
Phone: 1300 654 314
Website: www.legalaidact.org.au
If you require an interpreter, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450 and ask to connect to Legal Aid Helpline on 1300 654 314.
Women’s Legal Centre ACT
Provides free legal advice and support to women in the ACT, particularly around family law, domestic and family violence, and workplace issues.
Eligibility: Women on low incomes. Priority is usually given to women experiencing domestic or family violence and those facing additional barriers to accessing legal help.
Phone: (02) 6257 4377
Freecall: 1800 634 669 or complete the online form.
Email: admin@wlc.org.au (general), referral@womenslegalact.org (referrals)
Website: wlc.org.au
Postal address: GPO Box 1726, Canberra City ACT 2601
If you require an interpreter, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450 and ask to connect to Women’s Legal Centre ACT on 02 6257 4377.
For free information about workplace rights and entitlements, to report concerns or get assistance with workplace problems.
Fair Work Ombudsman
Provides free advice and help to workers and employers about workplace rights, pay, conditions, and how to resolve workplace issues.
Eligibility: All workers and employers in Australia
Phone: 13 13 94
Website: www.fairwork.gov.au
If you need an interpreter, first call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 and ask for Fair Work on 13 13 94.
For support from a union
The Australian Unions Support Centre
The Australian Unions Support Centre provides free and confidential assistance for all workplace issues. If you're a union member, you can also contact your union for support.
Phone: 1300 486 466
Email: help@actu.org.au or use the online form
Website: www.australianunions.org.au
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