The DCA-Suncorp Inclusion@Work Index 2017-2018 is a landmark study, providing the first first-ever national benchmarks for Australian workplaces in regards to the age, cultural background, disability status, gender, Indigenous background, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity of workers.
Inclusion
Beyond Diversity Towards Inclusion
Inclusion occurs when a diversity of people (e.g. of different ages, cultural backgrounds, genders) feel valued and respected, have access to opportunities and resources, and can contribute their perspectives and talents to improve their organisation.
Inclusion is associated with:
- Value and Respect
- Belonging and Connection
- Participation and Contribution
- Influence
- Opportunity
- Group Dynamics
- Societal Dynamics
Creating an inclusive workplace is fundamental to maximising diversity and creating successful organisations in today’s complex global environment. DCA has developed a number of resources to help improve inclusive practice and thus lift productivity and innovation.
DCA Research
WordsAtWork - Building inclusion through the power of language
DCA has developed a new Words At Work campaign for workplaces to show how inclusive language can improve workplace culture and drive productivity.
Building Inclusion - An Evidence-Based Model of Inclusive Leadership
DCA’s new study, Building Inclusion: An Evidence-Based Model of Inclusive Leadership sheds valuable light on the need for inclusive leadership and what it takes build more inclusive leaders.
Benchmarking Diversity and Inclusion Practices in Australia
Despite the well-known business benefits of D&I, many Australian organisations do not adequately resource their D&I function or put in place measureable goals or accountabilities for their D&I activities.
The Diversity & Inclusion Study
The study surveyed more than 100 diversity managers and human resources leaders in Australia and New Zealand to learn the profile of diversity functions within organisations and the professionals leading and implementing diversity strategy.
Other Research
Algorithmic Bias? An Empirical Study into Apparent Gender-Based Discrimination in the Display of STEM Career Ads
Despite explicit intentions to be gender neutral, a Facebook ad for STEM careers was shown more often to men than women, potentially due to economic forces and competition among advertisers
Mckinsey (2017) Delivering through diversity
This report from McKinsey research reinforces the link between diversity and company financial performance—and suggests how organizations can craft better inclusion strategies for a competitive edge.
Cloverpop: Hacking Diversity with Inclusive Decision Making (2017)
Teams outperform individual decision makers 66% of the time, and decision making improves as team diversity increases.
Case Studies
NAB’s Accessibility Action Plan (2017-2018)
The 2017 – 2018 AAP lays out NAB’s commitments to its customers, people and community, and was created in consultation with community groups such as the Australian Network on Disability.
NAB's Emerging Indigenous Executive Leaders Program
NAB has led the development of the EIELP, a program that has shown Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander employees that their Indigenous culture has many things to offer the boardroom.
News
Inclusion Nudges: A snapshot
News articles
22 May 2018
At a recent Gender Equality Network event DCA’s Research Director, Dr Jane O'Leary, delivered an evidence-based overview of inclusion nudges – highlighting what they are, why they’re important, and providing examples of how it works.
Lest we forget
News articles
20 Apr 2018
In 2018, Army veterans continue to serve their country and they continue to live with the experiences of their sacrifice. Many face challenges returning to civilian life, employment and full physical and mental health.
Everyone's winner: Gender inclusion not at the expense of men
News articles
05 Mar 2018
This International Women’s Day, DCA is calling on all organisations to step up their inclusion programs by encouraging men to help make gender equality a reality.
Perspectives
Refugee talent: something to think about the next time you hire
Blog
12 Jun 2018
In Australia, 30 per cent of our refugee intake comes from highly-skilled professions and trades. Yet many of them fail to get their training and certification recognised ...
Why should business care about social justice?
Blog
15 Feb 2018
Why should business care about social justice?
Key issues that will define 2018
Blog
04 Jan 2018
This agenda for change agents outlines the key issues that will define 2018
Coming events
25 Oct 2018
DCA’s Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Annese, is delighted to come to Brisbane to provide members with insights on two of DCA’s ground breaking-research projects.
Sponsored by National Australia Bank
20 Nov 2018
DCA's Annual Diversity Debate once again promises to be the diversity event of the year as two teams determine whether it is a good idea to bring your whole self to work.
Webcasts from past events
Sponsored by National Australia Bank
24 Oct 2017
Does a focus on identity help or hinder diversity and inclusion in the workplace? Moderated by Tony Jones, one of ABC's most respected journalists, our Annual Diversity Debate once again promises to be the diversity event of the year as two teams tackle this critical issue from a number of perspectives.
Sponsored by HSBC Australia
20 Sep 2017
The idea that our thinking is shaped by our culture, background, experiences, and personalities is core to the concept of diverse thought and at our next Diversity Leadership Program event, we will take a critical look at diversity of thought.