Inclusion is the productivity engine of our nation

At a time when polarised public discourse is leaving many feeling less safe and less included, workplaces cannot afford to mirror that exclusion.

Advancing linguistic human rights for Deaf and hard of hearing people

To mark International Day of Sign Languages, Expression Australia’s Sherrie Beaver unpacks this year’s theme.

Fostering inclusion in the face of the crisis in Gaza

In the face of heightened tensions within our society arising from escalating conflict in Gaza, DCA advocates for a compassionate response during these challenging times.

How to create safe, respectful, and gender equal workplaces

Workplaces are more than just places where we clock in and out: they’re communities. Like any community, they thrive when people feel safe, respected and treated equally. Creating that type […]

Human Rights Week 2023: Creating safe spaces for staff in troubling times

To mark Human Rights Week 2023, DCA CEO Lisa Annese will join a panel discussion to explore what it means to create safe spaces for employees in troubling times.

Employment White Paper Response

DCA has made a submission to the Employment White Paper with key recommendations for inclusion in the paper.

Driving inclusion from the top: Insights from DCA Founding Members AMP, AXA XL and Westpac Group

A strong commitment to inclusion, recognition of its strategic business value, and the role of leadership in creating respectful, safe, and accountable workplace cultures are some of the consistent themes […]

Menopause in the workplace: Why it’s time to rethink how to support midlife women

When I was approached by Diversity Council Australia to write a piece about menopause in the workplace to mark World Menopause Day (18th October), out of curiosity I looked back […]

Election 2019: Where do the major parties stand on D&I

In the lead up to the 2019 Federal Election, DCA asked the two major political parties a series of questions.

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.