Your newsletter from DCA. Together towards inclusion.

Hi everyone,

Last week, we joined members in Adelaide to share insights and practical strategies for navigating today’s D&I challenges, and to explore how DCA can help in these complex times.

In this edition, we hear from Divya Pasupuleti on gender equity, learn how Sunshine Coast Council is advancing anti-racism learning, and stay up to date with DCA’s latest advocacy and policy work.

Happy reading!

Your DCA team

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Our members came together in Adelaide for discussion at our CPO Roundtable.

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News

Stop fixing women. Start fixing the systems holding them back.

Leadership programs, mentoring and confidence workshops have helped many women, but they haven't delivered the gender equality progress workplaces are seeking.

Our blog from Divya Pasupuleti (she/her), Australian Gender Equity Council, provides reflections from our Reframing Approaches to Gender Equality event featuring gender equality expert Professor Michelle Ryan, and shows you how a systems-based approach can create more sustainable and equitable outcomes.

From awareness to action: Responding to racism with confidence and care

For Sunshine Coast Council, DCA’s Anti-Racism Fundamentals knowledge program helped create space for honest reflection and hands-on learning. It has given team members greater confidence to recognise racism, respond meaningfully and contribute to a more connected and inclusive workplace. Learn more here.

Adelaide’s people leaders exchange ideas about the future of workplace inclusion

AI, social change and growing legal complexity were among the key topics discussed when Chief People Officers gathered in Adelaide for DCA's latest member roundtable. These conversations are a powerful reminder of the value of connecting with peers to share challenges, exchange ideas and explore practical solutions for creating more inclusive workplaces.

As Abbie Wright (she/her), Head of EDI APAC at Arup, said:

“Arup was delighted to host the Adelaide Chief People Officer roundtable...Leaders enabling equity within their respective firms shared their challenges and successes and explored how DCA supports its members. No surprises that AI is a prominent topic as we look to the future of equity, fairness and belonging. As we navigate growing social unrest, rapid technological advancements and legal complexities, having networks to exchange knowledge, encouragement, and practical solutions are even more critical.”

Arup’s David Kon and Abbie Wright with DCA Board Director Ian Goshko standing in front of a DCA banner in Adelaide

Removing barriers: DCA’s submission on inclusive employment services

Through our advocacy and policy work, DCA has submitted a response to the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations consultation, highlighting opportunities to create a more inclusive employment services system. The review provides an important chance to address barriers faced by jobseekers and examine the recruitment practices, systems and technologies that can unintentionally exclude diverse talent from the workforce.

Education and learning

Did you know that our knowledge programs can be customised and tailored to suit your organisation’s unique needs and priorities? Get in touch to explore how we can tailor a program that delivers the greatest impact for your team.