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There is so much work to do to improve workplace cultures so that this is not the future we leave our children!

The s*xual harassment experienced by migrant and refugee women uncovered by this Monash University research is often not reported, and is perpetrated not just by superiors, but also customers and clients.

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Half of migrant and refugee women we spoke to have been s*xually harassed in Australian workplaces These women most often experienced workplace s*xual harassment when they were in temporary, casual or contract positions.

This article from the Guardian provides a simple and helpful explainer about what the Voice to Parliament is, how it would work, who it would be made up of, and also discusses some of the disproved misinformation that is swirling around the debate.

Whichever way you are voting, it is a helpful way to be fully informed.

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What is the Indigenous voice to parliament, how would it work, and what happens next? Here’s what we know so far about how the Albanese government hopes to enshrine an Indigenous voice in the constitution via a referendum

Recognising the Signs for R U OK? Day

On R U OK? Day, let's remember the importance of checking in on one another. Look out for subtle signs that someone might not be okay:

• Changes in behavior or mood.
• Withdrawal from social activities.
• Increased irritability or mood swings.
• Lack of interest in things they used to enjoy.
• Expressing feelings of hopelessness.

A simple "Are you okay?" can make all the difference. Reach out, listen, and support.

Learn more about recognising the signs here - https://buff.ly/2NyMlk2

Signs it's time to ask I R U OK? R U OK? is a su***de prevention charity encouraging Australians to start life-changing conversations, when they're needed most. Start by recognising the signs of struggle and mental health distress. A conversation could change a life.

Developing Talent is a Diversity and Inclusion consultancy, so it will not be a surprise to anyone that we are advocates for constitutional reform recognising first nations people and a Voice to Parliament based on the Uluru Statement of the Heart.

In the lead up to the Australian referendum on 14th of October, we hope that our community will take the time to learn about what the referendum is asking of us, and just as importantly what is is not.

This explainer video from the ABC is a useful overview of both arguments. Please take a moment to watch.

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Are you actually making inroads in your organisation into diversity, equality and inclusion or are you guilty of DEI washing? This form of virtue signalling is rife, and difficult to sustain when it can't be backed up with evidence of cultural diversity or women in leadership roles.

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Is Your Company Fulfilling Its Pledges or Is It Guilty of DEI Washing? | LinkedIn DEI washing is a form of virtue signaling that prioritizes messaging over meaningful policies and practices. Here are four steps to take to avoid it.

We congratulate Professor Anna Cody on her appointment to the role of Australian S*xual Discrimination Commissioner.

We wish her every success in her mission and particularly with the implementation of the significant Respect at Work reforms to prevent workplace s*xual harassment.

Professor Cody starts her new role in September.

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Commission welcomes new S*x Discrimination Commissioner The Australian Human Rights Commission welcomes the appointment of Professor Anna Cody to the role of S*x Discrimination Commissioner. “On behalf of Commissioners and staff, I warmly welcome Professor Cody to the Commission. She has a distinguished career as an academic, as a lawyer specialising i...

Calling all friends and allies! NAIDOC Week is here, and it's time to immerse ourselves in the vibrant celebrations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Join the festivities, engage in meaningful conversations, and learn from the rich heritage and wisdom of Australia's First Nations. Let's come together to honor, respect, and celebrate the diversity that makes us stronger as a nation.

Find events near your on the official NAIDOC Week website below.

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Local NAIDOC Week events | NAIDOC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this website may contain images and voices of deceased people.

It's NAIDOC Week, a time to honor and celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This week, let's come together to learn, appreciate, and amplify the voices and stories of Australia's First Nations.

The theme for NAIDOC Week, ""For Our Elders,"" calls us to recognize the important role that Elders have and continue to play across every generation. They are cultural knowledge holders, trailblazers, nurturers, leaders and our loved ones.

Let's listen to and learn from the wisdom of Elders and community leaders. Let's acknowledge the strength, resilience, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to our shared history, culture, and society.

By recognizing and celebrating NAIDOC Week, we strive to build a more inclusive and equitable Australia. It's a time to reflect on the ongoing journey towards reconciliation, justice, and healing. Let's work together to create a nation where Indigenous voices are heard, and their rights and aspirations are valued.

National NAIDOC Week | NAIDOC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this website may contain images and voices of deceased people.

A lack of role models and mentors can also restrict women’s professional development and career advancement. When women – and men – see females in senior roles it normalises the idea of female leadership. And so too with people of colour and people with disabilities.

A 2019 study by Ernst & Young revealed that just 7% of the world’s leaders or C-suite have a disability - and that one in every five of these leaders hid their condition. This combination of under-representation and masking makes it extremely difficult for people with disabilities to look at their senior management team and identify role models of those who have gone before them.

(Source: The Valuable 500 (2019) 'Disability Absent from Leadership Strategy in Majority of Global Businesses' 14/1/19 https://buff.ly/3menJf8)

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As we mark Australian Refugee Week, we come together to recognize and celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of refugees in our diverse nation. This week, let's shine a light on their journeys, stories, and dreams, while reaffirming our commitment to compassion, empathy, and inclusivity for all.

Australia has been enriched by the cultural diversity and talents that refugees bring to our communities. They are doctors, artists, entrepreneurs, and so much more. Their contributions enhance our society, reminding us of the limitless potential that emerges when we open our hearts and doors to those seeking safety and a new beginning.

To those who have come from far and wide, we're happy you're safe, we're happy you're free, we're happy you're here.

Home - Refugee Week Refugee Week is an annual celebration, informing the public about refugees and celebrating their contributions. The 2023 theme is Finding Freedom.

Just organised a birthday morning tea for a colleague, loaded the dishwasher or took the minutes for a meeting? This 'office housework' typically performed by women is essential to the wellbeing of any team, even though it’s not included in any formal job descriptions.

Perversely, when women choose not to do these tasks, they are penalised for it, whereas if men stay late to help prepare for a meeting or help out with other office housework tasks they receive an average 14% increase in their performance ratings.

These findings have been replicated across the private and public sectors and across a wide range of roles, with the analysis showing that the median woman spends more than 200 hours on non-promotable work each year than the median man - equating to about a month of non-rewarded work.

(Sources: Sources: E Hunt (2022) ‘No Reward or Recognition’: Why Women Should Say No to ‘Office Housework’ , The Guardian, 10 May 2022
L Vesterlund, L Babcock & L Weingart (2014), Breaking the Glass Ceiling with "No": Gender Differences in Declining Requests for Non-Promotable Tasks, University of Pittsburgh)

Embracing Love and Diversity this Pride Month!

In June, we proudly celebrate Pride Month, a time to honor and support the LGBTQIA+ community in Australia and around the world. Join us as we stand together, united in love, acceptance, and equality.

This month, we recognize the resilience and courage of LGBTQIA+ individuals who have fought for their rights and paved the way for progress. It's a time to remember that the fight for equality is not over, and we must continue to advocate for the rights of LGBTQIA+

Love knows no boundaries. Together, let's create a society that celebrates diversity, supports inclusivity, and uplifts LGBTQIA+ voices.

Happy Pride Month!

Have you participated in Bystander Training yet this year? Is the answer is no, book yourself in now or ask your HR/L&D team to run one ASAP.

Recently our team held a video shoot in our office for an exciting upcoming online program!

We can't wait to share it with you so keep an eye out over the coming months.

On this Anzac Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on the pain and suffering endured by our soldiers and their loved ones. May their memories never fade from our hearts.

What language do you use in your performance reviews?

If you find yourself commenting more frequently on female team members' communication styles than their male counterparts, it's time to check your biases.

Under the new Respect@Work Act, the Australian Human Rights Commission will have the ability to make inquiries, conduct investigations and issue compliance notices if it considers and organisation or an industry has failed to comply with the positive duty.

If you would like to learn more about the Respect@Work Act, download our free e-book via the link below!

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Respect at Work E-book Our Respect@Work E-book provides a quick guide to the seven key areas to address to prevent and respond to workplace s*xual harassment

Today is International Trans Day of Visibility!

TDOV is a day of pride and celebration for gender diverse identity, achievements and community.

Ways that you can get involved include hosting an event in your workplace, sharing pronouns amongst employees or fundraise to support the trans community.



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Under the new Respect@Work Act, as an employer you must take reasonable and proportionate measures to eliminate and respond to s*x discrimination, s*xual harassment and victimisation in your workplace. This covers both paid and unpaid workers such as volunteers.

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Last chance to register for our Respect@Work Webinar on Monday the 27th of March at 10am AEST (Brisbane Time).

We hope to see you there!

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If you are looking for better innovation, decision making, customer service and more, remember to recruit for culture-add not culture-fit and ensure your selection criteria is based on the smallest number of criteria possible. After all, you're recruiting a person, not a unicorn.

Don't forget to register to join us for our Respect@Work Webinar on Monday the 27th of March.

Join our Head Facilitator Lisa Stockwell for one hour as she demonstrates how to use this framework across all aspects of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in your organisation to make for a more engaged, productive and competitive workforce, while also being Respect@Work ready.

Register via the link below!



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Last chance to register for our Equally Yours online demo tomorrow!

Join us on Zoom tomorrow at 10am AEST (Brisbane Time) for a behind the scenes look at how Equally Yours can form part of your DEI strategy in your organisation.

Register via the link below!

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Do you know what a positive duty means for your organisation?

Download our Respect@Work e-book for a closer look at the Respect at Work Act and what changes are coming for employers.

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Happy International Women's Day!

This year the theme is 'Cracking the Code: Innovation for a gender equal future'. We know that bold, transformative ideas can assist in combatting discrimination and the marginalisation of women however we also know that there are still many barriers to equality.

Did you know that the digital gender gap has barely improved since 2011 and globally, there are around 250 million fewer women online than men?

There are many ways that you can get involved and show your support for women and girls around the world.

Follow the link to find out more.



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Don't forget to register to join us for a behind the scenes look at Equally Yours online!

Our Head Facilitator Lisa Stockwell will guide you through the questions to unpack common and complex work scenarios.

Are you game enough to play?

Register via the link below!



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With the introduction of the Respect at Work Act 2022, the S*x Discrimination Act 1984 has been amended to state that s*x based harassment is expressly prohibited, along with creating or facilitating a hostile, humiliating or offensive environment on the basis of s*x.

If you would like to learn more about the Respect at Work Act, download our free e-book!

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March 1st is Zero Discrimination Day and this year the theme "Save lives: Decriminalise" aims to highlight how decriminalisation of key populations and people living with HIV will save lives.

Did you know that there are 134 countries explicitly criminalising or otherwise prosecuting HIV exposure, non-disclosure or transmission? 67 countries are also criminalising consensual same-s*x s*xual activity.

Learn more about Zero Discrimination Day and the work that UNAIDS are doing to get to their vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths and ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030.

Zero Discrimination Day 2023 — Save lives: Decriminalise On Zero Discrimination Day this year (1 March 2023), under the theme “Save lives: Decriminalise”, UNAIDS is highlighting how the decriminalisation of key populations and people living with HIV saves lives and helps advance the end of the AIDS pandemic.

Where possible, allow team members to use headphones, have flexible working hours and quiet working spaces they can go to without requiring special permission.

Small things like this can make all the difference for neurodiverse people.