DCA reveals 2024-2025 Inclusive Employers, welcomes Sam Mostyn as Patron during Inclusion at Work Week

Diversity Council Australia

EMBARGOED UNTIL MONDAY 18 NOVEMBER 2024

To celebrate Inclusion at Work Week, Diversity Council Australia (DCA) has announced its 2024-2025 Inclusive Employers and welcomes Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia, as its new Patron.

This year over 60 organisations were recognised as Inclusive Employers across the nation, highlighting their commitment to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.  Offered in partnership with Diversity Atlas, the Inclusive Employer Index enables organisations to comprehensively assess and monitor the state of diversity and inclusion in their workforce.

To make the list, workplaces must demonstrate their commitment to diversity and inclusion by having employees complete an in-depth survey to map the state of inclusion in their organisation. They must also achieve results that exceed national benchmarks on a series of key measures.

“DCA congratulates this year’s Inclusive Employers for showing their commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces where employees in all their diversity can thrive,” said DCA CEO Lisa Annese.

“DCA’s Inclusive Employer Index is an evidence-based process that reveals the state of inclusion and diversity across participating organisations. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the companies that are driving real change and inspiring others to follow their lead.”

See the full list of 2024-2025 Inclusive Employers.

Governor-General announced as DCA’s Patron

DCA is excited announce that Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia, will serve as Patron of Diversity Council Australia. Previously serving as Deputy Chair of DCA, Ms Sam Mostyn AC has been a long-standing advocate for diversity and inclusion.

"I am honoured to take on the role of Patron of Diversity Council Australia,” the Governor-General said.

“Throughout my career, I have seen the transformative power of inclusive workplaces, and I look forward to serving as Patron of DCA. I spoke in my swearing-in as Governor-General of the role care plays in our community – the work of DCA goes directly to creating environments where everyone feels valued and respected."

“Sam Mostyn’s swearing-in as Governor-General was a moment of great pride for us at DCA, given her longstanding leadership in championing gender equality and inclusion,” said DCA CEO Lisa Annese.

“She has long been an advocate for unity, collaboration, and the amplification of diverse voices – values that are at the heart of everything we do at DCA.”

DCA’s Board Chair, Sunita Gloster AM, added: “The patronage of The Governor General underscores the critical role diversity and inclusion play in shaping an empathetic, just, cohesive and resilient society. We look forward to working with our Patron over the course of her term as we work across all sectors to embrace the strength that lies in our diversity.”

Watch this video to hear more about this exciting announcement from Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia.

Inclusion at Work Week 2024

These exciting announcements coincide with DCA’s third annual Inclusion at Work Week (18 to 22 November 2024), which is a celebration of the outstanding efforts by Australian organisations to foster inclusive and diverse workplaces.

The week is designed to inspire employers, employees, and communities to take action towards creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.

“This week is about more than celebrating achievements; it’s a call to action,” added Annese. “Through Inclusion at Work Week, we want to galvanise workplaces to reflect, connect, and commit to sustained inclusion efforts.”

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About DCA

Diversity Council Australia is the independent not-for-profit peak body leading diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We provide unique research, inspiring events and programs, curated resources and expert advice across all diversity dimensions to a community of over 1,300 member organisations. Our member organisations are estimated to employ over two million Australians, representing almost 20% of the workforce.