ALERA ACT upcoming events

ALERA 2026 Discrimination Webinar Series - “Why systemic reform is needed and what employers can do at the workplace level to improve accessibility and inclusion” (26 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Australian Labour and Employment Relations Association (ALERA), together with our State and Territory societies, is pleased to present the final of four National professional development masterclasses on Discrimination.

“Why systemic reform is needed and what employers can do at the workplace level to improve accessibility and inclusion”

Sarah McLeod and Nikita Barsby of Modern Legal will explore accessibility and inclusion at work, with a focus on neurodiversity and women’s health. Sarah and Nikita will discuss how this can look in practice, including through job design, communication norms, sensory considerations, and supports for women's health.

Mark Cox of MDC Legal will explore the misalignment of addressing systemic discrimination in employment through the current individual-led and complaints-based models of enforcing anti-discrimination legislation, and “do no harm” principles that should be considered when carrying out investigations and management actions.

The webinar will be moderated by Eunice Ong, Senior Legal Officer at the Australian Workers’ Union and Vice President of IRSWA.

This webinar will feature a live Q&A, giving members the chance to engage directly with leading experts in industrial relations.

When: Thursday 26 November 2026

Where: Zoom Online Webinar

Time: 4pm – 5pm AEDT

Cost: Complimentary for all IRS members nationally

Cost: Non-members $40.00

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ALERA ACT - AGM (26 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 07:00:00 GMT

ALERA ACT - AGM

The 2026/2027 Annual General Meeting of members of the Australian Labour and Employment Relations Association - ACT Branch will be held at:

Where: Level 1, 220 London Circuit, Canberra (Room details to follow)

When: Thursday, 26 November 2026, at 6pm.

Networking and drinks will follow the AGM.

Agenda

Minutes of previous AGM
President’s report
Treasurer’s report
Election of Committee Members
Schedule of Events for 2027
Next AGM
Other Business

Please note that copies of the relevant reports will be available at the AGM.

Nominations
If you wish to nominate for a position on the ALERA ACT Committee, please complete the nomination form and email a copy to alera.docs@outlook.com before 6:00pm on 24 November 2026.

Proxies
A member may appoint a proxy to attend and vote at the AGM. A member must submit their proxy appointment at least 24 hours before the AGM by emailing alera.docs@outlook.com.

Voting
Only financial members are permitted to vote at the AGM and each financial member is entitled to one vote only. Should you wish to renew or join ALERA ACT, please click here: ALERA ACT - Join us

ILERA 2027 World Congress (30 Aug 2027)

Sun, 29 Aug 2027 14:00:00 GMT

30 August - 3 September 2027

ICC Sydney

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