Inclusion at Work Week

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Thank you for taking part in Inclusion at Work Week 2025!

Inclusion at Work Week 2025 has come to an end and the team at DCA is inspired by the incredible D&I achievements celebrated across Australia. Seeing organisations of all sizes prioritise inclusion reminds us why this work matters.

Thank you for taking part and amplifying the message about the value and impact of truly inclusive workplaces.

“Inclusion at work means creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every individual can thrive – driving higher productivity, greater innovation, and ultimately, an organisation’s success."
Headshot of Ian Goshko who has short, brown hair and wears a purple shirt and dark jacket.
Ian GoshkoDCA Board Member and Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Telstra
"Inclusion at work is about creating environments, and moments, where people feel respected and seen. It’s vital that my team, peers, and community feel empowered to contribute, share ideas, and find solutions together. Inclusion is both a personal and organisational commitment to creating those spaces so that magic can happen. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it."
Zak Hammer
Zak HammerDCA Board Member and Head of Global Delivery, Risk & Transformation, BlueScope Steel
"Inclusion at work means valuing diverse perspectives and creating the safety for people to think boldly and perform at their best,"
Headshot of Tara Le Friedman who wears a white jacket, a necklace, glasses and has a brown bob haircut.
Tara Le FriedmanDCA Board Member and Strategic Advisor, Increment.
"Inclusion at work means a place where everyone can belong and thrive. Empowering companies to serve customers better, attract and retain talent, and innovate in a constantly changing world."
Headshot of Louise Monger who wears a black and white top and has a dark brown bob haircut.
Louise MongerDCA Board Member, and Vice President Digital Energy, Schneider Electric.
"True inclusion is about transforming systems, not just sentiments. It’s about embedding equity into the way we lead, decide, and grow."
Headshot of Craig Mutton who has short, light hair and wears a grey suit.
Craig MuttonDCA Board member, and Transformation Executive, Maurice Blackburn Lawyers.
“Inclusion at work means every voice matters, every person belongs, and everyone thrives—by addressing systemic and environmental barriers, not just individual behaviours.”
Headshot of Annie Pettit who has short, curly hair and wears a patterned, black top.
Annie PettittDCA Board Member and Director, Culture & Inclusion Culture and Capability People, Communications and Workplaces, Transport for NSW

Event highlights

We were pleased to see strong attendance at our D&I Insights event, Build connection and reduce workplace loneliness, and our special education sessions on D&I Fundamentals, Preventing Gendered Violence at Work, and Inclusive Leadership. These sessions provided practical, actionable strategies to take back to your workplace.

New resources launched

During the week, DCA released three new tools to support your inclusion work:

Save the Date for 2026

Next year’s Inclusion at Work Week will run from 16–20 November 2026. Mark your calendars — we can’t wait to collaborate again and celebrate inclusive workplaces nationwide.

Knowledge Program Giveaway!

This year we are excited to give away a free virtual Knowledge Program, D&I Fundamentals, to a participating DCA member organisation. All you have to do to enter the competition is register to take part in Inclusion at Work Week by Friday 14 November 2025!

The competition has now closed. The winner was announced on Friday 21 November 2025 on DCA’s social media channels.

Terms and Conditions for the Diversity Council Australia Knowledge Program Giveaway

1. Eligibility

1.1. The giveaway is open only to employees of organisations that are current members of Diversity Council Australia (DCA) as of the giveaway start date.

1.2. Employees must be aged 18 or older at the time of entry.

1.3. If multiple employees from the same organisation sign up, this will be considered a single entry for that organisation.

2. Entry Period

2.1. The giveaway commences at 10:00 am AEDT on Tuesday, 16 September 2025, and closes at 5:00 pm AEDT on Friday, 14 November 2025.

2.2. Entries received outside of this period will not be considered.

3. How to Enter

3.1. Employees of DCA member organisations automatically enter the giveaway by signing up for Inclusion at Work Week.

3.2. No purchase is necessary to enter this competition.

4. Prize

4.1. DCA will deliver one free, virtual session of the D&I Fundamentals Knowledge Program to the winning organisation.

4.2. The program will be delivered by 30 April 2026 at a mutually agreed time.

4.3. The prize is valued at AUD 2500 and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other alternative.

4.4. The maximum number of attendees for the Knowledge Program from the winning organisation is 30 attendees.

4.5. The prize must be accepted as awarded, and no substitution will be permitted except as agreed by DCA in its sole discretion.

5. Winner Selection

5.1. The winner will be selected at random from all eligible entries.

5.2. The draw will take place between 17 and 21 November 2025. The decision will be final, and no correspondence will be entered into in relation to the validity of the decision.

5.3. The winner will be notified by email using the contact details provided during the Inclusion at Work Week sign-up.

6. Announcement

6.1. The name of the winning organisation will be publicly announced on Friday, 21 November 2025, through DCA’s official online communications.

7. General Conditions

7.1. By participating in this giveaway, entrants agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

7.2. DCA reserves the right to disqualify any entrant if it has reasonable grounds to believe the entrant has breached any of these terms and conditions.

7.3. DCA reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the giveaway at any time without prior notice.

7.4. The winner’s acceptance of the prize is conditional on the organisation complying with any reasonable requirements set by DCA.

7.5. DCA is not responsible for any technical errors or issues that may arise during the entry process.

8. Privacy

8.1. Any personal information collected as part of this giveaway will be used in accordance with DCA’s Privacy Policy, available on the DCA website.

8.2. The winning organisation’s name will be publicly announced, and by entering the giveaway, entrants consent to this disclosure.

9. Liability

9.1. To the extent permitted by law, DCA, its agents, affiliates, and employees will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage arising out of or in connection with the giveaway or any prize awarded.

10. Governing Law

10.1. These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.