DCA's Inclusive Employers - Diversity Council Australia

What is the Inclusive Employer Index?

The Inclusive Employer Index is an insightful survey that takes place each year to measure employee diversity and inclusion experiences in the workplace. Participating organisations administer the survey with their workforce which provides valuable D&I metrics and diversity demographics. This enables organisations to evaluate the current state of inclusion in their workforce, and compare it to the Australian Workforce benchmark and the DCA member benchmark.

DCA's annual list of Inclusive Employers

Following the Index survey, DCA assesses participating organisations and announces the list of Inclusive Employers who exceeded the National Index Benchmark in at least five out of the six following areas: awareness, engagement, inclusive organisational climate, inclusive leadership, inclusive team, and exclusion.

These organisations have shown that they are actively committed to inclusion, and DCA celebrates this achievement through a range of different media promotions.

While the Inclusive Employer Index is carried out annually, as is the recognition of Inclusive Employers, the designation as an Inclusive Employer extends over a two-year period.

Demonstrate your commitment

Inclusive Employers are able to demonstrate their commitment to D&I by displaying the “Proud to be an Inclusive Employer” logo in their own communications.

Inclusive Employers 2023-2024

Participated in 2023

Acciona
Act for Kids
Adelaide Primary Health Network
Albemarle
Altus Group
Amnesty International Australia
ARN
Arriba Group
Art Gallery New South Wales
Aspen Medical
Aurecon Australasia
Australian Academy of Science
Australian Gas Infrastructure Group
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Avid Property Group
Australian Vintage
Baxter Healthcare Australia
Bayer Australia Limited
BDO Group Holdings
BlueScope Australian Steel Products
Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA
CheckUP
CHU Underwriting Agencies
City of Monash, Active Monash
City of Newcastle
City of Sydney
CNH Industrial Australia
ConnellGriffin
Cooper Grace Ward

Creative Australia
CVGT Employment
Department of Health and Aged Care
Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
Department of Water and Environmental Regulation
Finity Consulting
FTI Consulting
Fujifilm Data Management Solutions
Future Group
Future Leadership
Gilbert + Tobin
Grant Thornton Australia
Great Southern Bank
HBF Health Limited
Health Insurance Fund of Australia
HQPlantations
Hunter Water Corporation
International Women’s Development Agency
IP Australia
Jesuit Social Services
John Deere Limited
Kaplan Australia
L.E.K Consulting
Lactalis Australia
Max Solutions
Melbourne City Mission
MetLife Australia

MTC Australia limited
No to Violence
NSW Environment Protection Authority
Our Watch Limited
Pacific Blue
Paramount ANZ
Perth Airport
Plenary Group
Primary Care Connect
Property Council of Australia
QIC Limited
Queensland Law Society
RAM Group – Brighten Home Loans
RANZCOG
Scape Australia
Sedgwick Australia
Smartgroup Corporation
Synergy
Teach For Australia
Teachers Health Group
Tennis New South Wales
Town of Gawler
UKG / Kronos Australia
Ventia
Western Victorian Primary Health Network
Yamaha Music Australia
Youth Focus

“We are so excited to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia, especially as this is the first year ARN has participated in the Inclusive Employer Index. The Diversity Council’s acknowledgement of our inclusive culture is evidence of our commitment to ensuring every ARN team member can be their best and bring their best each day. “We are proud of the constructive culture we have been building at ARN, where listening to and connecting with our own people comes first – so in turn, they can connect us even more deeply with our audiences through the power of audio. And the best part is, we’ve only just begun. While we are delighted to be recognised, there is always more to do and learn in order to create the most inclusive organisation by harnessing each of our people’s unique talents and perspectives.”

“This recognition reaffirms Bayer’s commitment to creating a workplace where every individual is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. It's a reminder that our differences are our greatest strengths.”

"CHU is thrilled to be named an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of who we are and how we do business. Our vision is to be leaders in the Diversity & Inclusion place not only in the Strata industry but across all employers in Australia. This is just the start of our Diversity and Inclusion journey. We are really looking forward to understanding the insights from the DCA survey we have recently undertaken, and using these insights to continue to build on the inclusive environment we provide for our team members, and extending this to our customers and our community."

“G+T are proud to be recognised as a DCA Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024. We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture which fosters and celebrates difference. For G+T, it is about diversity of thought and bringing people’s life experience into the mix and making sure that we are as diverse as the Australian community. We believe that being diverse and inclusive improves innovation, attracts talent, delivers better results for clients and our people, and enables us to live our values.”

"We are always proud to be recognised externally as an inclusive employer because we are passionate about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Creating an inclusive workplace for all our people is central to our core values which drive each and every decision in our firm, ensuring our people feel empowered, respected, supported and safe at work.”

"On behalf of all our team, we are extremely proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer. Creating an environment where all employees are respected, valued, and included means our people feel confident in contributing to the workplace we share, irrespective of their individual personal characteristics. People are at the heart of our services and our longstanding commitment to inclusion is paramount to us being able to provide relevant and relatable services to the broad spectrum of customers and communities we serve. We congratulate the other companies that have been recognised as inclusive employers for 2023-2024, acknowledging the rigorous assessment process and the need to demonstrate market leading inclusion actions to achieve this recognition."

Our Watch is committed to creating a work environment where all employees are respected and valued. We are pleased to be recognised by the Diversity Council Australia as an Inclusive Employer. We know that preventing violence against women and their children takes place where we work, live, learn and socialise. Through our commitment to challenging gender inequality and intersecting forms of discrimination, we will continue to celebrate the diversity of our team and foster an inclusive working environment where all employees can thrive."

"The Inclusive Employer status is aligned with our mission to ‘Leave the world a better place’. At Pacific Blue we genuinely believe that 'we are better together’, and, having been in the energy industry for more than 25 years, it’s the rich diversity and experience that our people have that continues to move us forward. We are proud to be recognised not just for what we do, but for how we go about it – that is, our commitment to diversity and inclusion. To us, it’s more than just a statement, it’s the way we do things, and we appreciate this is a continuous journey to create a respectful, safe and supportive workplace."

"Diversity and inclusion are an ongoing journey. We’re not just bringing our employees along with us on that journey, they are guiding our way. To be rated as an inclusive employer recognises our team’s efforts to build a better workplace for all employees. It lets us know we’re on the right track and will inspire us to even greater efforts."

"As the chief advocate for our members, the Property Council plays a leading role in supporting the increasing diversity and inclusivity of our industry. This recognition highlights the work we have done to embrace diversity in our teams and our members' positive work with us through our committees around the country. Being recognised as an inclusive employer sends a positive message to our people, to our members and to future leaders whom we hope will choose careers in this extraordinary, city-shaping industry."

“QLS is proud to have been recognised with this prestigious status by the Diversity Council of Australia. We are committed to fostering a culture where inclusive work practices, leadership, diversity, and gender equality are not only recognised, but celebrated. This commitment to inclusivity and diversity underpins all that we do – and we look forward to expanding on this by identifying opportunities for future growth and development.”

“At Ventia our people are at the heart of our business, and I am proud and privileged to lead a team who are redefining service excellence for our customers and communities. We are pleased to be recognised as a 2023-2024 DCA Inclusive Employer following our participation in the DCA Inclusive Employer Index. The feedback we received from our people through this Inclusive Employer survey provided insights into what we are doing well and what we need to do better going forward, in line with our focus on improving every day. We are always looking to elevate our performance, and listening to the voice of our people is the best way we can inform our actions. I’d like to thank the DCA for providing us with the opportunity to learn from our people and from other organisations who also have a commitment to diversity and inclusion in their workplaces.”

"The Australian Academy of Science recognises that diversity & inclusion is essential to achieving excellence in science, boosting economic productivity and wellbeing, and remaining internationally competitive. As a Learned Academy we have a responsibility to model, promote and influence best practice in diversity and inclusion in the science sector in Australia. I am delighted the Academy has achieved Inclusive Employer Status through the Diversity Council Australia. This demonstrates our genuine commitment to the wellbeing of our employees and provides us with a strong foundation on which to progress our commitment to embedding diversity and inclusion in everything we do."

"Future Super's mission is to reduce climate change and inequality so I'm deeply proud of the work we do internally as a business to celebrate our diverse employee base, and ensure we include everyone's voices at the table. DCA's Inclusive Employer award is testament to the strong leadership and impact our team plays in the diversity, inclusion and equity space."

"The consistent recognition as an Inclusive Employer is a testament to our dedication to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion. These principles are deeply embedded in our core values and have been since the firm was founded over a decade ago. They form an integral part of our corporate culture and are evident in our daily actions."

"I am proud that RANZCOG has been recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-24! We have been working hard to grow our collective understanding and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive culture and practice within the organisation. As we continue on our DEI journey, we have also committed to raising awareness and cultivating change for diversity and inclusion at work for our members and trainees, and I look forward to seeing the positive outcomes of this. This is a great achievement for us, and I would like to congratulate everyone involved in making this happen. Thank you!"

"“No to Violence is proud to declare our unwavering commitment to celebrating and including service users and staff from a range of diverse communities including First Nations communities; Multicultural, Multifaith, Refugees and Asylum Seekers and Culturally and Racially Marginalised (CARM) communities; People with a Disability; and people living in Regional and Remote areas. I’m extremely proud that members of any community can access our services with confidence, knowing they are entering a culturally safe and inclusive environment and where they can be provided with referrals to appropriate and culturally safe services to meet their unique needs.”"

"Being inclusive is fundamental to who we are at Great Southern Bank. It has helped to drive our record engagement scores, and to make our team members feel comfortable being themselves at work. Being recognised as an Inclusive Employer by our people continues to be an important milestone for our bank – it reflects the good progress we’re making in building a diverse workplace."

"I am delighted that Kaplan Australia has been recognised as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia. We pride ourselves on being a kind and inclusive organisation that is reflective of our diverse student group across Kaplan Business School, Kaplan Professional and our Pathways Colleges, and truly value the richness and experience of our diverse team. We will use this momentum to continue to enhance our equity, diversity, and inclusiveness."

"We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. This is an acknowledgement of the gains we have made through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, as well as the work of our dedicated employee resource networks. We celebrate this achievement while acknowledging the need to continually evolve our practices so that QIC remains the great place to work that it is today."

"FTI Consulting is delighted to have made the DCA’s Inclusive Employer List in 2023. Our participation in the Inclusion@Work survey process wasn’t about being recognised or getting an award. We wanted to participate to be able to benchmark ourselves externally, helping us focus our efforts and attention in the areas most required. We knew that inclusive workplaces have higher levels of employee trust, innovation and productivity and that when employees have a stronger sense of belonging, they’re happier and more engaged. We wanted that for our organisation. For FTI, D&I isn’t a destination, it’s a journey and the data provided through this process is going to enable us to continue to learn and adapt our approaches."

""We are really proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer in 2023. This acknowledges our work to date and gives us confidence in what we can achieve as we continue to build on our culture of inclusion. At Youth Focus we are committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. We know that celebrating the diversity of our people and the knowledge born from their lived experience empowers our teams to provide safe and inclusive services and this means better outcomes for young people."

"Synergy is delighted to once again be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia. We believe in creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We are committed to raising awareness about diversity, equity and inclusion and building an exceptional workplace where everyone is valued and has a strong sense of belonging. Our people are key in helping us achieve our purpose of leading Western Australia to a sustainable energy future.”

"The acknowledgement as an Inclusive Employer is a testament to our commitment to creating a workplace where every team member at Act for Kids and Youthrive is not only welcomed but celebrated for their unique qualities and contributions. The power of inclusion goes far beyond our organisation. When our team members feel a sense of belonging, it directly translates into better outcomes for the children, young people and families we work with. Our dedication to inclusivity goes to the very heart of our purpose – we help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our team members who, through their unwavering commitment to our values, have played a pivotal role in achieving the recognition of being named Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024."

"Achieving Inclusive Employer Status through Diversity Council Australia for the third year in a row is an incredibly proud moment for John Deere. An inclusive workplace is not the result of the actions of one, but the actions of many. This recognition highlights the continued commitment from our employees to our DEI initiatives and commitment to inclusion. Each year, this assessment has provided us with valuable insight in where to focus our efforts to ensure we offer an inclusive workplace for everyone."

"Inclusion permeates every aspect of our business from the content we feature on our platforms and channels through to our team members at Paramount Australia. We’re very proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer and know that nurturing a diverse team is not only the right thing to do, but also has a positive impact on our business promoting wellbeing and a positive work environment that boosts productivity."

“At ACCIONA we are committed to fostering workplace diversity and inclusion to ensure all our people feel respected, connected, able to progress and contribute to work,” said ACCIONA’s Group Head of HR and EDI, Pilar Gomez, “and so we are thrilled to be recognized as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia.”

“We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer in 2023 by the Diversity Council of Australia, after participating in the Inclusive Employer Index for the first time. This achievement is an important recognition of our commitment to build a diverse, culturally aware and inclusive workforce as well as a testament to our continued focus to build economic and social inclusion for the communities in which we operate. And a big thanks to the 72% of staff that took the time to complete the survey, it’s much appreciated.”

“Baxter Healthcare is incredibly proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. Celebrating and fostering a respectful culture of diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to creating a workplace where all our employees in Australia and New Zealand can thrive and feel safe to be their authentic selves. As a local medical manufacturer in Australia for more than 50 years, we firmly believe our employee’s diverse backgrounds and unique experiences enable us to better serve the local communities in which we live and work.”

“Forestry has not traditionally been thought of as an industry with great diversity, so it is wonderful to receive the news HQPlantations has been recognised as an inclusive workplace for 2023-2024. This award re-enforces the efforts our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee has been working towards over the year, and in particular the action plan they have developed for the next 12 months. I am delighted that the work being completed by our people has been recognised by their peers. HQPlantation’s workforce has a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives – this is vital to ensure our future success and brings a diversity of thought and perspective to our everyday lives. This diversity sparks creativity and innovation, enabling us to tackle challenges with fresh ideas and approaches as we build on the work of others in our industry for over 120 years.”

“This recognition means the world to us, especially given our purpose is to create a world of difference. We firmly believe that intersectional diversity around decision-making tables is key to future-proofing leadership in Australia. Building an inclusive culture is the only way to ensure that diverse perspectives, ideas, and knowledge are allowed to thrive for the benefit of all.”

“Cooper Grace Ward has an ever-growing range of inclusion initiatives that are continuously updated with input from our diversity committee, our wellness committee, our LGBTIQ+ support group and our Reconciliation working group. Participating in the DCA Inclusion@Work Index allows us to gain direct feedback from our team, as well as benchmarking our performance against other Australian businesses. We are pleased that this year’s recognition again places Cooper Grace Ward in the company of some of the most outstanding organisations in Australia and we congratulate them on their achievements in creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.”

"We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia, as it demonstrates our commitment to creating a workplace where difference is welcomed and our people feel they belong. Embracing diversity and being truly inclusive provides IP Australia with increased diversity of thought, experience and skills resulting in greater productivity, creativity and innovation. We will celebrate this achievement together and continue to build on our strong foundation now and into the future."

“Diversity, equity and inclusion are long held values at the City of Sydney. Working with DCA has helped us to translate these values into more deliberate action that will benefit our workplaces and our employees. Our inclusion in the DCA list is a reflection of the work we have done over many years to create and maintain a safe, respectful and collaborative workplace”

"I am proud BDO has again been recognised as an Inclusive Employer. We value the differences our people bring to the workplace, ensuring every voice is not only heard but also celebrated. In embracing diversity, we unlock innovation, foster creativity and build a culture of success."

"We strive for Smartgroup to be a workplace with high standards around equality and fairness. Being awarded Inclusive Employer status by Diversity Council Australia is recognition to our people that we are on track to building an inclusive and supportive workplace with equal access for all."

"This accomplishment is a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work at UKG. "

"Being named an inclusive employer for a third time by the Diversity Council Australia speaks to Aurecon’s exemplary progress in improving diversity, equity and inclusion. Making a tangible difference in the DEI space requires a deliberate and unrelenting effort. We have listened to our employees and developed several initiatives in the past two years to improve their Aurecon experience. For example, we not only strengthened our paid parental leave, but also ran an evidence-based campaign to increase uptake by men to boost gender equality. DEI can be a key driving force for better business performances. In the last six months alone, we have been recognised as Australasia's most innovative company in professional services, a digital transformation leader and a sustainability leader. We attribute much of those successes to our diverse and inclusive teams.”

"MTC Australia is incredibly proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2023-24 by the Diversity Council Australia. This achievement highlights our commitment to having a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers that we serve. Looking ahead, we're excited to collaborate with our team to set more ambitious targets and action plans, propelling our DEI journey to the next level."

"DMIRS is proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer. Fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is at the forefront of everything we do."

As a for-purpose organisation that truly values people in all their diversity, we are proud to be named as an Inclusive Employer again for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Embedding Diversity and Inclusion within our organisation is an ongoing strategic priority and participating in the Index allows us to benchmark and measure our progress and gain valuable insights for improving the experiences of our people and members."

"“We are incredibly proud to have achieved Inclusive Employer status in our first year participating in the Diversity Council Australia’s Inclusion at Work Index. As an organisation advocating health equity and better access to health outcomes for all people, regardless of demographics, inclusion is essential to our mission. Our continuous efforts to integrate inclusion into all we do enhances the experiences of our people, community and stakeholders. We strive to understand, engage with and reflect the community we serve, and being inclusive means that we can better support improved health outcomes for our region’s most vulnerable. Participation in the Inclusion at Work Index provides the opportunity for us to assess our progress in these key areas. This achievement underscores our ongoing commitment to embedding inclusive values at Adelaide PHN and establishes a foundation for future growth.”

“Being named again as an inclusive employer is testament to the work we have put in to truly embed inclusive values across all levels of the organisation. We continue to prioritise diversity, inclusion and belonging through delivering on Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plans. Through Inclusion at Work Week, we’re celebrating the strength that diversity and inclusion brings, whilst acknowledging the work that needs to be done across our organisation and the wider maritime industry.”

"HIF are absolutely delighted to achieve Inclusive Employer status in our first year participating in the DCA’s Inclusive Employer Index. At HIF, we are passionate about fostering inclusivity and diversity because it benefits both our members and employees. We pride ourselves on taking a progressive approach and celebrating our uniqueness and see this status as a stepping stone for us to further enhance our D&I initiatives. We greatly value our partnership with the Diversity Council of Australia and look forward to continuing to work with them, " Jessica Blackwell, Chief Culture Leader."

“Fujifilm DMS is proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer in 2023. Participating in our first Employer Index survey has revealed the cultural diversity of our workforce with team member representation across 52 countries. We embrace our diverse workforce as a source of advantage and strength, we recognise that an inclusive working environment generates the best outcomes through incorporating a diverse set of views, experiences and capabilities. We look forward to continuing our journey in partnership with DCA.”

Participated in 2022 - current for 2022 and 2023

ACOR Consultants
Adelaide Airport Limited
Alinta Energy
Anglicare Victoria
Australia Pacific Airports Corporation
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
AVID Property Group Pty Ltd
Banyule Community Health
BaptistCare NSW & ACT
Carers Queensland Ltd

Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA
Cisco Systems Australia Pty Ltd
City of Stirling
Clean Energy Finance Corporation
ConnellGriffin Lty Ptd
Davies Collison Cave
Defence Housing Australia
Helping Hand Aged Care, South Australia
Impact Community Services
John Deere Limited

Landcom
Mars Australia & New Zealand
Perron Group
Property Council of Australia
Schneider Electric
Services Australia
The Social Research Centre
Ultimate Kronos Group
WISE Employment
WPP

Inclusive Employers 2021-2022

Adore Beauty
Altus Group
American Express
Amnesty International Australia
Art Gallery of NSW
Aurecon
Australia Council for the Arts
Australian Government Department of Health
Australian Museum Trust
Australia Pacific Airports Corporation
BDO
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
BlueScope Steel
Bridge Housing Limited
CAFS/Child and Family Services Ballarat Inc
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers
Cricket NSW
Diageo Australia
Department of Water and Environment Regulation (WA)
FB Rice
Future Super Services Pty Ltd
Fair Work Ombudsman and Registered Organisations Commission
Gilbert + Tobin
Grant Thornton Australia Limited
Great Southern Bank
Greenwoods & Herbert Smith Freehills
Hunter Water Corporation
International Women’s Development Agency
John Deere Limited
L.E.K. Consulting Australia
MAX Solutions
MetLife Insurance Limited
Moët Hennessy Australia & New Zealand
Network 10
Nous Group
Novartis
Perth Airport Pty Ltd
Plenary Group
Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick
RAC WA
RAM Group – Brighten Home Loans
REA Group
Relationships Australia NSW
Senversa
Services Australia
Settlement Services International
Smartgroup
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
State Archives and Records Authority of NSW / Sydney Living Museums
Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation)
Teachers Health
Yamaha Music Australia

Inclusive Employers 2019-2020

Amnesty International Australia
Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd
Australia Council for the Arts
Australian Bureau of Statistics
Australian Public Service Commission
BDO
BlueScope
Boston Consulting Group
Bridge Housing Limited
Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc
Choice
Cisco Systems Australia Pty Ltd
Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Curtin University
Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business
Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities
Diageo Australia
Foundation for Young Australians
Genworth
Greenwoods & Herbert Smith Freehills
Great Southern Bank
Hunter Water Corporation
Imperial Tobacco Australia Limited
Landcom
Network 10
NSW Environment Protection Authority
Novartis
Relationships Australia NSW
Smartgroup
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
Suncorp
Terumo
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia
ThoughtWorks Australia

The Inclusive Employers 2019-2020 listed above include those participating organisations that consented to have their dataset released to DCA for assessment and to be publically identified, and also met the assessment criteria.

Inclusive Employers 2017-2018

Amnesty International Australia
Aon (Australia)
Choice
City of Melbourne
Coliban Water
Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
EFIC (Export Finance Australia as of 2019)
Horticulture Innovation Australia
KordaMentha
KPMG
NSW Environment Protection Authority
Reserve Bank of Australia
South32
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
Suncorp
UNICEF Australia
VMware Australia & New Zealand

DCA’s Inclusive Employers

What is the Inclusive Employer Index?

DCA's annual list of Inclusive Employers

Demonstrate your commitment

Inclusive Employers 2023-2024

Participated in 2023

Inclusive Employers 2022-2023

Participated in 2022 - current for 2022 and 2023

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