Category: Media releases

DCA announces support of Uluru Statement from the Heart

Diversity Council Australia (DCA) has officially announced its support of the Uluru Statement from the Heart campaign to secure constitutional recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Census is a missed opportunity for inclusion

DCA is disappointed about the omission of questions relating to sexual orientation, gender identity and variations of sex characteristics in this year’s Census. “The Census is an incredibly important tool for providing information to support the planning, administration and policy development activities of governments, business and other users,” said Lisa Annese, DCA CEO.

New Board Deputy Chair: Chris Lamb

Diversity Council Australia is thrilled to announce the appointment of experienced HR exec, Chris Lamb, as the new Deputy Chair of the Board.

Diversity and Inclusion – At the Summit and on the Sidelines

Submission to the Jobs and Skills Summit outlining fact-based advice on how to make Australian workplaces more inclusive.

DCA Welcomes Positive News About Positive Duties

DCA has welcomed news that the federal government is moving to implement many of the remaining legislative changes recommended by Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins in her Respect@Work report.

Federal Government’s improved Parental Leave Policy

DCA welcomed the pre-budget announcement of increasing government funded paid parental leave to 26 weeks.

Diversity Council Australia announces 2022-2023 Inclusive Employers

30 Australian employers who have been recognised as Inclusive Employers for 2022-2023 after taking part in the annual benchmarking Index.

10th Annual Debate – Gender Equality

10th annual Diversity Council Australia Debate saw two teams discuss the topic ‘Is it time to move on from gender equality?’

Diversity Council Australia says Yes! to The Voice to Parliament

DCA supports a Yes! vote in the 2023 Voice to Parliament referendum to support First Nations peoples having constitutional recognition.

National Strategy for Gender Equality

DCA’s submission to the National Strategy for Gender Equality which has been submitted to parliament.