Tag: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

First Nations facing increased discrimination & cultural load

First Nations people have seen increased levels of harassment and discrimination in the workplace this year, according to new research from Diversity Council Australia.

DCA Insights: 26 January

As 26 January approaches, workplaces are recognising that this date evokes different emotions for employees. For some, it is Australia Day, yet for many Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people it is referred to as Survival Day and/or Invasion Day.

DCA Insights: Diverse perspectives on public holidays in the workplace

As Australia Day approaches, DCA provides this blog post to highlight considerations and helpful resources – from flexible arrangements around public holidays to being mindful of cultural load that may be experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander colleagues.

Why is Burnout an Inclusion Issue?

It’s time we move beyond treating burnout purely as a symptom of long hours or high-pressure environments.

Insights from Bridging Now to Next: The State of Reconciliation in Australia

On 24 September, DCA was honoured to host Karen Mundine, CEO of Reconciliation Australia, at a recent First Nations Insights event, sponsored by ANZ, where she shared insights from the […]

“It’s not about box ticking”: Abbey Wright on business’ role in genuine reconciliation and truth-telling

AIGI’s Abbey Wright calls on organisations to listen, act boldly, and stand alongside First Nations communities not as saviours, but as true allies.

Diversity and Inclusion – At the Summit and on the Sidelines

Submission to the Jobs and Skills Summit outlining fact-based advice on how to make Australian workplaces more inclusive.

Steal Future Group’s Cultural Leave Policy

Ethical super outfit Future Group decentralise and share their Cultural Leave policy. Read on to steal it!

This National Reconciliation Week, how do we reconcile the irreconcilable?

Kate Russell, CEO of Supply Nation and Board Director at DCA, explains why this National Reconciliation Week may be a difficult time for mob.

Diversity and Inclusion in 2023

Key issues in the Diversity and Inclusion space during 2023 and important research that DCA will bring on workplace issues.