Talking LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion with Pride in Diversity

At this D&I Insights event, sponsored by HSBC Bank Australia, we talked to Pride in Diversity and industry leaders to ask how Australian employers can build workplaces that attract, retain, and promote inclusion for LGBTQ+ people.

Nicki Elkin (they/them), Associate Director, Quality, Training and Research, ACON’s Pride Inclusion Programs provided a detailed, evidence based presentation.

DCA Board Member Craig Mutton (he/him) then moderated the discussion with Nicki and our other expert panellists:

  • Jules Pooley (she/her), Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, The Star Entertainment Group

  • Hank Paul (they/them), Communications and Fundraising Manager, Transgender Victoria

The panel discussed:

  • how to create workplaces where LGBTQ+ people experience inclusion, that is that they are respected, connected, contributing and progressing

  • how to close the leadership gap for LGBTQ+ people

  • how to create workplaces where LGBTQ+ people want to work

  • the role of employers in publicly supporting inclusion for LGBTQ+ people

  • the experience of being an LGBTQ+ person in leadership