Category: Media releases

Diversity Council Australia appoints Catherine Fitzpatrick as CEO

Diversity Council Australia (DCA) today announced the appointment of Catherine Fitzpatrick as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Catherine Hunter steps down as CEO of Diversity Council Australia

Diversity Council Australia (DCA) today announced that Catherine Hunter has resigned as Chief Executive Officer.

Landmark RISE project shares insights on tackling gendered racism in leadership progression

The RISE Project: an Insights Report captures early findings from the RISE Project, sharing insights on breaking down barriers to leadership for CARM women.

Age bias leaves younger workers excluded and older workers overlooked

DCA has partnered with the Australian Human Rights Commission to release a new report exploring how ageism affects workers at different life stages.

DCA welcomes Founding Member Coles to the Board

David’s appointment sees one of DCA’s founding members represented on the Board as we build on the momentum of our 40th anniversary and look toward the next chapter.

Inclusive AI at Work in Recruitment: From Cautious to Converted

Important research from DCA and Monash University into the use of AI tools in recruitment – showing some are converted and some are cautious.

DCA Releases Guidelines to Reduce Bias in AI Recruitment

DCA has released new guidelines to help organisations use AI recruitment tools to enable rather than harm diversity.

New DCA data reveals confronting truths about sexual harassment at work

New DCA data reveals sexual harassment remains widespread at work, with inclusive workplaces linked to lower risk and better prevention.

DCA launches cultural intelligence training to tackle workplace polarisation

DCA has launched new cultural intelligence training to help workplaces navigate polarisation and strengthen inclusion across multicultural and multifaith teams.

2026–2027 Inclusive Employer Index: Apply now to lead the way in measuring workforce neurodiversity

This year’s Index includes a new question to establish baseline data on neurodiversity – a landmark step in understanding and improving workplace inclusion nationwide.