The Equal Opportunities Commission works towards the elimination of discrimination, the promotion of equality of opportunity and good relations between persons of different status.
Their remit includes:
To keep under review the workings of the Equal Opportunities Act and any relevant law and submit proposals to the Attorney-General for amendments, if required;
To following a complaint or of its own motion, carry out investigations or attempt to reconcile the parties to whom and against whom a complaint relates;
To conduct and foster research and education.