In this section you will find information about key definitions and the state of play for age diversity in Australian workplaces, learn why your organisation should take action to promote age diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and explore leading practices for creating age inclusive workplaces.
Overview
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The case for action
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Latest Research - Age
The Power of Inclusion: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment
This research shows that inclusion is an important factor in reducing the risk of workplace sexual harassment and building safer, more respectful workplaces. Drawing on our 2025–2026 Inclusion@Work Index survey
The RISE Project: an insights report
Explore learnings from the RISE Project which aimed to break down systemic barriers to senior leadership for culturally and racially marginalised (CARM) women.
Age, Assumptions and Access at Work: Employee Experiences of Age Inclusion in the Workplace
Diversity Council Australia has partnered with the Australian Human Rights Commission to examine how age-based assumptions are shaping who is respected, included and supported at work.
Latest Articles - Age
Workers in inclusive teams are significantly less likely to experience sexual harassment. That matters
DCA CEO Catherine Fitzpatrick explores the link between workplace inclusion and sexual harassment, and why prevention must start with culture.
New research reveals inclusion dramatically reduces risk of workplace sexual harassment
Workplace inclusion could play a critical role in preventing sexual harassment, according to new research from DCA.
Everyone at Work: How Revenue NSW is building belonging through inclusive employment
Revenue NSW’s Everyone at Work program shows how inclusive employment can create lasting pathways to talent.