Inquiry slams Catholic schools for staff biases over relationship status

Evidence of widespread discrimination and bullying in Tasmanian schools prompts calls for action

A Tasmanian parliamentary inquiry has found bullying and harassment levels in the state’s schools are higher than those reported in many other Australian jurisdictions. While the inquiry examined bullying in all its forms, it identified significant concerns about the treatment of LGBTQIA+ students and staff, particularly within the Catholic education system. Brian Mitchell, who chaired the two-year inquiry, said he expected public attention woul…

Inquiry slams Catholic schools for staff biases over relationship status

A Tasmanian school inquiry found Catholic Education Tasmania (CET) discriminated against staff. CET defended its hiring practices as lawful.