ASU Women
“The ASU has taken a very strong stand against domestic violence. That’s shown in the push for the “We Won’t Wait” campaign... they’re passionate about it, and for me as an ASU member that means a lot because it means that the women that I work with matter to my union.”
The Australian Services Union draws on our collective strength to deliver better pay, conditions and support that is tailored to your unique needs.
Throughout our history, the Australian Services Union have fought for women to be recognised for their work. Our Equal Pay campaign, we delivered fairer pay for the female dominated, Social and Community Services sector when the Federal Government and Fair Work Commission recognised that women’s work was not being equally financially rewarded. This resulted in a 23 - 45% pay increase across the sector. This was the biggest win an Australian union has ever achieved for a female dominated industry.
The ASU struck the first agreement in the country to give workers domestic violence leave. This leave is now available to millions of Australians. Today, we remain a critical player for the “We Won’t Wait” campaign that strives for paid domestic violence leave to be included in the National Employment Standards, allowing all workers to access this leave, when they need it. We have come a long way. But we have a long way to go.
Getting involved with your union means you can help drive campaigns for pay equity, quality jobs with family friendly work arrangements, improved superannuation, accessible and affordable child care and out of school hours care, and effective equal opportunity and anti-discrimination legislation. The ASU is alongside our members every step of the way.