Gender

In this section you will find information about key definitions and the state of play for gender diversity in Australia, the business case for gender diversity and inclusion, some leading practices for creating gender diverse and inclusive workplaces, case studies, and additional resources and reading on gender equity.

Overview

Explore definitions, key issues, and the state of play.

The Case for Action

Find out why your organisation should take action.

Leading Practice

Learn how to take a leading practice approach.

DCA Research

Check out DCA’s research on this topic.

Upcoming Events

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Recordings of Past Events

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Latest Articles - Gender

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Case Studies

Gender and sexual diversity inclusion

Case Study on Settlement Services International who are promoting gender and sexual diversity inclusion with employees and clients.

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Submissions

Submission on the Respect at Work Bill 2022

DCA welcomes the changes proposed in the Anti‑Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022 and commend the Government’s efforts in taking action in this area.

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Media releases

DCA Welcomes Positive News About Positive Duties

DCA has welcomed news that the federal government is moving to implement many of the remaining legislative changes recommended by Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins in her Respect@Work report.

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Submissions

Work and Care Inquiry Submission

Read submission to the Senate Select Committee on Work and Care inquiry into the impact that combining work and care responsibilities has on wellbeing.

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Media releases

Intersectional approach to women in leadership

DCA and partners have funding for a project to address the systemic barriers restricting CARM women’s upward mobility into leadership roles in Australian organisations.

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Opinion pieces

Aiming high on D&I at the Summit

DCA hopes D&I will be prioritised at the Jobs and Skills Summit, as diversity and inclusion sits at the core of the priorities on Summit agenda.