Category: News and Media

Workplace Gender Equality Amendment

Read DCA’s submission in response to the Workplace Gender Equality Amendment (Setting Gender Equality Targets) Bill 2024s.

New law passed on gender equality targets for workplaces

Diversity Council Australia (DCA) welcomes the introduction of new gender equality laws that will accelerate progress towards fairer and more inclusive workplaces across the country. Large employers, with 500 or […]

Reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead to 2025

As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on our achievements this year and share an exclusive look at what we have planned for 2025.

Australian Disability Strategy Review

Read DCA’s submission to the review of Australia’s Disability Strategy highlighting the importance of the workplace as a key site for inclusion.

2024 end-of-year office hours

See DCA’s office hours for the end of 2024 and beginning of 2025.

International Day for People of African Descent: Progress, challenges, and the way forward

As the Decade for People of African Descent draws to an end, DCA’s Dr Virginia Mapedzahama and Angelica Ojinnaka-Psillakis share their thoughts.

DCA calls for inclusion of LGBTIQ+ data in 2026 Census, highlighting workplace and community concerns

DCA calls on the federal government to reconsider its decision to exclude questions on LGBTIQ+ people in the 2026 census.

Lisa Annese to step down as CEO of Diversity Council Australia

It is with both sadness and immense gratitude that we announce the departure of Lisa Annese as CEO of Diversity Council Australia (DCA), effective 20 December 2024.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: building awareness, accessibility, and inclusion for all

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower’s Justin Bruce shares insights on building understanding and providing support for people with non-apparent disabilities.

The impact and responsibility of effective allyship

Marni Panas, Chair of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, shares a personal perspective on the importance of effective allyship.