Category: Media releases

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.

Inclusion at work – an antidote to the great resignation

With workforces around the world experiencing labour shortages as part of the post-pandemic ‘Great Resignation’, there is an urgent need for employers to focus on building workplaces that will retain staff and satisfy employees’ desire for more fulfilling, flexible work lives.

Proposed religious discrimination law would prevent inclusivity

Proposed religious discrimination legislation in its current form would prevent employers from fostering inclusive workplaces.

D&I skills needed to optimise artificial intelligence in recruitment

Artificial intelligence (AI) can be an efficient tool for recruiting, but a diversity and inclusion lens is necessary to reduce bias rather than amplify it.

New Australian research shows businesses how to address racism at work

Racism at Work is an evidence-based organisational framework for anti-racism action to help Australian businesses effectively address racism.

New DCA Chair: Ming Long AM

DCA is excited to announce the new Chairperson of our Board of Directors, Ming Long AM.

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.

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.

Groundbreaking Survey: Employment Experiences of Indigenous Australians

The Gari Yala survey aims to be a voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers, capturing the truth on workplace cultural safety, inclusion and exclusion/racism.