Opinion pieces Archives - Diversity Council Australia

Confronting the backlash against diversity and inclusion

In this opinion piece, former DCA CEO Lisa Annese unpacks what’s behind the backlash against D&I and how we can combat this rising sentiment.

Navigating the Right to Disconnect

The Right to Disconnect is an opportunity for workplaces to enact change that protects employee wellbeing in an increasingly connected world.

Lisa Annese, a women with long, dark brown hair, a brown suit, red lipstick, smiling at the camera in front of a dark grey background

Despite it all, we’re still committed to diversity in Australia

Despite backlash against workplace diversity practices, Australian organisations remain committed to fostering inclusion at work.

The Voice to Parliament referendum

Letter to DCA members and supporters concerning the upcoming referendum on The Voice to Parliament.

Combatting ageism and embracing the ‘5-Generation’ workforce

In recognition of International Day of Older Persons, Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher AM has written an opinion piece on how organisations can combat ageism in the workplace.

Perspectives From a Migrant and a First Nations Woman Voting ‘Yes’

DCA’s Dr Virginia Mapedzahama and Simone Empacher Earl give their perspectives on the Voice Referendum as migrant and First Nations women.

The Constant Questions

As the debate intensifies on the Voice referendum, it is important to explore the issues that already affect Indigenous peoples in the workplace and ask how organisations will support them during the debate.