Behaviour Standards for Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces

Every person who works in or visits a Commonwealth parliamentary workplace contributes to, and creates, the workplace culture. 

The Behaviour Standards apply to all people, including members of the public, who are in a parliamentary workplace. 

The Standards require that people:

• Act respectfully, professionally and with integrity. 
• Encourage and value diverse perspectives and recognise the importance of a free exchange of ideas.
• Recognise your power, influence or authority and do not abuse them.
• Uphold laws that support safe and respectful workplaces, including anti-discrimination, employment, work health and safety and criminal laws.
• Bullying, harassment, sexual harassment or assault, or discrimination in any form, including on the grounds of race, age, sex, sexuality, gender identity, disability, or religion will not be tolerated, condoned or ignored.