Category: News and Media

DCA’s events and research line-up for 2024

Here, we reflect on the year that was and share an exclusive look at what we’ve got planned for 2024.

Five prominent Australian organisations to join the RISE Project

Five major organisations have joined phase 1 of the RISE project, a groundbreaking program designed to help break barriers for CARM women at work.

Supporting women to achieve VET-based careers

DCA participated in a consultation and submitted a written submission to the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations on addressing barriers for women in vocational education and training (VET) pathways.

That’s a wrap on 2023!

Here, we showcase our most-read blogs, opinion pieces and resources from 2023 and reflect on all the learnings we shared with our members and supporters.

The Voice to Parliament referendum

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

DCA Oration to tackle corporate role in Voice debate

As Australians prepare to cast their votes, Diversity Council Australia will host an important discussion of the implications surrounding the Voice Referendum at our fifth Anna McPhee Memorial Oration.

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.

Shifting the mobile middle to vote YES!

With one week to go until the Voice Referendum, the conversations we have with our friends and colleagues are more important than ever.

Words at Work: Should we use CALD or CARM?

Inclusive language is important and ever-changing. Here, we explore the terms CARM and CALD, outlining their appropriate uses.