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.

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.

2024 end-of-year office hours

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

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.

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.

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.

Mental health is a workplace issue

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day and R U OK Day, DCA is highlighting the positive impact inclusion has on employee mental health.

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.

More major organisations commit to breaking barriers for CARM Women

Woolworths and Deloitte are among the latest line-up of prominent organisations to join DCA’s groundbreaking RISE Project.

Dads and extended parental leave: a personal perspective

Despite the benefits, many fathers are still not taking extended parental leave. Here, DCA member Emily Smeed shares her family’s choices and experience with parental leave.