What is the Anti-Discrimination Commission?
The Northern Territory Anti-Discrimination Commission promotes equal opportunity for all Territorians.
Established in 1993, we aim to eliminate discrimination from happening by raising awareness about individual’s rights and responsibilities under the Northern Territory Anti-Discrimination Act 1992.
The Anti-Discrimination Commission has three main roles: Public education and training, handling complaints and community engagement.
Complaints
If you have been unlawfully discriminated against, you can lodge a complaint under the Northern Territory Anti-Discrimination Act 1992. But it’s important to know your rights and responsibilities before making a complaint.
What’s happening? – 27 May 2025
Media release - Proposed amendments to Anti-Discrimination Act 1992
“The Anti-Discrimination Act is designed to protect people from exclusion. The 2023 reforms emancipates religious educational institutions from discriminatory practices. It was not just regulatory nous, it was visionary. The Northern Territory should be a place where everyone belongs, no matter who they are, what they believe, or who they love.”
What’s happening? – 16 May 2025
Media release - Community Safety at Risk: Commission’s Frontline Service Underfunded
"We need more than goodwill to address discrimination. Despite repeated warnings, successive NT Governments have not provided adequate funding to support the ADC in its critical work. The Commission is doing its best with limited resources, but justice delayed is justice denied."
What’s happening? – 21 Feb 2025
Media release re: backtracking on Anti-Discrimination Protections
Commissioner Yogaratnam has released a statement regarding the proposed repeal of vilification protections and religious exemptions under the Anti-Discrimination Act.
Creating safe, inclusive and respectful workplaces.
Complaints resolution and advocacy for people receiving treatment from NT Mental Health Services.
Understand the laws that relate to pregnancy, parental leave and return to work.
Dealing with specific issues in sport for administrators, coaches, officials, parents and players.
Let Kids be Kids is a national campaign that addresses poor sideline behaviour - largely at junior sport.