Podcasts
14 Oct 2019
In the first episode for Season 2 of The Art of Inclusion, we consider the cultural protocols for death in Indigenous communities – and how workplaces can better understand and support this practice.
NAIDOC 2019: Voice, Treaty Truth
Blog
08 Jul 2019
NAIDOC 2019's theme is Voice, Treaty Truth. We find out what that means to community leader Thomas Mayor.
Connecting country: busting myths about Indigenous Australians
Podcasts
02 Oct 2018
Linda Burney – the first Aboriginal woman to serve in the House of Representatives, and the first Aboriginal person to serve in the NSW Parliament goes on the record.
Constitutional Recognition Relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Submissions
18 Sep 2018
On behalf of Australian business, in particular DCA member organisations, we made this submission to the Joint Select Committee on Constitutional Recognition Relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples advocating for recognition of our First Peoples.
Beds still burning: why a proud future means waking up to the past
Blog
04 Sep 2018
DCA Director Chris Lamb on why a proud future means facing the past.
Audio: An Indigenous perspective
Blog
26 Mar 2018
Tanya Denning-Orman, Station Manager of SBS’s National Indigenous Television, reflects on constitutional recognition, and the failings of Closing the Gap targets.
"A nation building opportunity"- thoughts and actions on the Uluru Statement
Blog
22 Feb 2018
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander leaders share their thoughts on the Uluru Statement, Constitutional reform, and ally actions.
Key issues that will define 2018
Blog
04 Jan 2018
This agenda for change agents outlines the key issues that will define 2018
More than ever, Australians must work together to create an inclusive society
Opinion pieces
31 Jan 2017
From advertising to workplaces, in 2017, let’s endeavour to recognise the enormous opportunity that diversity offers all of us.
Relationships, respect and trust key to engagement with Indigenous employees
Blog
18 Oct 2016
Have you ever really considered the implications of ticking 'yes' to the question, “Are you Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander?” on an employment form? For some Indigenous Australians, the decision to share their heritage to employers and colleagues has been, and continues to be, a difficult one.
Relationships, Respect and Trust Key to Engagement with Indigenous Employees
Opinion pieces
17 Oct 2016
A lot can be done to build workplaces that make the most of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander talent.
It’s time to recognise the First Australians in our constitution
Blog
22 Jan 2016
Recently I had the privilege of speaking at a conference in Sydney alongside a good friend and advocate, Maria Dimopoulos. Of the many insightful things she said, these stood out to me particularly.
NAIDOC Week 2015: Why Welcome to Country matters
Blog
06 Jul 2015
Donna Ingram, Elder of the Redfern Aboriginal Community explains why Welcome to Country ceremonies continue to be important to Aboriginal people and what organisations should be aware of.
Time to honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander warriors past and present
Blog
07 Jul 2014
This year’s NAIDOC theme honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women who have fought in defence of country.
Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Bill 2012, Exposure Legislation
Submissions
21 Dec 2012
Diversity Council Australia is pleased to make a submission in response to the exposure legislation of the Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Bill 2012.
Proposed consolidation of Commonwealth anti-discrimination laws
Submissions
31 Jan 2012
DCA consulted its members on the Australian Government's proposal to consolidate Commonwealth anti-discrimination law and developed a submission on their behalf.