Tag: Gender

Data-led action drives ACCC progress on gender pay equity

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is making steady progress toward closing its gender pay gap, after identifying in 2018 that women at the agency earned, on average, 9.4 […]

Case Study: Achieving global gender balance at BHP

In 2016, BHP set an aspirational goal to achieve gender balance across its global employee workforce by the end of 2025. This case study explores how BHP reached their ambitious goal.

New DCA data reveals confronting truths about sexual harassment at work

New DCA data reveals sexual harassment remains widespread at work, with inclusive workplaces linked to lower risk and better prevention.

Celebrating DCA member achievements this International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (March 8) is an important milestone for workplaces as we strive toward gender equality. Research shows gender equality offers a range of measurable and well-documented benefits for […]

Understanding Australia’s new gender equality targets

From April 2026, target setting will not only be best practice – it’ll also be a regulatory requirement for many Australian employers.

More than getting girls into science: The lifecycle approach to gender equity in STEM

To mark International Day of Women & Girls in Science, SAGE’s Dr Janin Bredehoeft outlines an evidence-led approach to gender equity in STEM.

Breaking flex work stigma and closing the gender pay gap

DCA is calling on workplaces to address the gender flex gap by examining the role and impact of flexible working conditions.

Let’s hear it from the boys

A recent study has found that men’s views on gender equality have not been getting more progressive.

She’s Price(d)less: New report names drivers of Australia’s gender pay gap

The latest She’s Price(d)less report by KPMG Australia, with DCA and the WGEA, has found Australia’s gender pay gap is costing the economy $1.26 billion a week and may take decades to close without sustained action.

Inclusive Employer Case Study: Helping Hand

Discover how Helping Hand, DCA 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer, fostered an environment where everyone in their team felt that they belonged and could thrive.