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Call us on 02 8002 1203
The Migrant Employment Legal Service (MELS) is a state-wide legal service addressing the exploitation of migrant workers. We offer free, confidential legal advice and representation to migrants and temporary visa holders in New South Wales.
We help on employment matters if you are:
- On a temporary visa (including refugee, working holiday and student visas)
- A permanent resident or an Australian citizen from a culturally and linguistically diverse background
91%
temporary visa holders employed in Australia experience wage theft
Our Services
Legal
The areas we help with include:
- Underpayments
- Non-payment of wages
- Bullying
- Sexual harassment
- Unfair dismissal
- And more
Community engagement
MELS are on the road to offer community engagement and outreach to raise community awareness about rights for migrants in the workplace across New South Wales.
Education
We also provide education to support community groups across New South Wales with culturally appropriate information on employment related matters.
A joint initiative from Inner City Legal Centre, Kingsford Legal Centre, Marrickville Legal Centre and Redfern Legal Centre
Contact
MELS hours
Monday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Tuesday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Wednesday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm
Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm
