Melbourne Bakery Fires Employees for Wearing Pro-Palestine Scarves; Discrimination Case Filed
June 18, 2024![Melbourne Bakery Fires Employees for Wearing Pro-Palestine Scarves; Discrimination Case Filed](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/d8e22063e08b3e3f3f7833411a52292a93ea6719d26029caf256b78c2120012a1553f07cc85557bb4bc9b65d890ef67e71be1b8b0bef5f1e67b3507eb13eecda.png)
Two young employees, Ella and Lucy, were fired from Black Star Pastry in Melbourne for wearing keffiyehs to work in support of Palestine.
Ella and Lucy have filed a discrimination case under Victoria's Equal Opportunity Act, claiming their termination was based on their political beliefs.
The bakery cited the scarves as divisive and inflammatory, leading to their dismissal.
The employees argue they should be protected from discrimination for expressing their political views.
The case is scheduled for mediation later this month.
The employer maintains a commitment to a positive work environment but is unable to comment further due to legal proceedings.
The incident has caused mental health issues for Ella and financial strain for Lucy.
The situation sheds light on the challenges faced by young workers in balancing political expression and job security.
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The Guardian • Jun 17, 2024
Melbourne Black Star Pastry employees sacked after wearing the keffiyeh at work![Black Star Pastry baristas wore keffiyehs to work. The next day they were sacked](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/d8e22063e08b3e3f3f7833411a52292a93ea6719d26029caf256b78c2120012a1553f07cc85557bb4bc9b65d890ef67e71be1b8b0bef5f1e67b3507eb13eecda.png)
The Age • Jun 16, 2024
Black Star Pastry baristas wore keffiyehs to work. The next day they were sacked