International Students: Preparing for Work - Your Rights and Responsibilities

Are you an RMIT International Student eager to understand your rights in the Australian workplace? Look no further! Join us for an insightful workshop conducted by WEstjustice.

Who is WEstJustice?

WEstjustice is a community organisation that provides free legal help to people in the Western suburbs of Melbourne, including International Students. We can help with a broad range of everyday legal problems including consumer disputes, credit and debt, family law and family violence, fines, motor vehicle accidents, tenancy, youth criminal law and more.

WEstjustice also provide free community legal education, undertake law reform activities and work in partnership with our local communities to deliver innovative projects that build legal capacity and improve access to justice. Visit our Community Development and Law Reform page to find out more. Visit our Legal Help page to find out more.

Workshop Content

Explore crucial topics that directly impact your workplace experience:

  • Employment Law
  • Types of workers
  • Pay & Entitlements (including minimum rates of pay)
  • Safety at work
  • Discrimination 
  • Sexual Harassment 
  • Bullying
  • Where to go for help

Why Attend?

This workshop is your opportunity to equip yourself with knowledge about Australian workplace rights. WEstjustice will guide you through the intricacies of employment, providing valuable insights and resources to ensure a fair and just work experience.

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