Discrimination UAE discriminated against breastfeeding mother, Australian court finds Former consulate employee says she had to store breastmilk in a suitcase filled with ice iStock.com/Anastasiia Stiahailo Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 19 February 2026 Australia’s Federal Court has found the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Melbourne liable for discriminating against a former employee during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Family leave Australia boosts parental-leave protections for grieving parents Family leave Managing parental leave while preparing for change Pregnancy South Korea looks to reform miscarriage leave Pregnancy FWO sues labour supply firm for flouting compensation order