Diversity and inclusion
We value different backgrounds and perspectives and are members of:
- Australian Network on Disability
- Pride in Diversity
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
- Diversity Council Australia.
We’ve been awarded Bronze Tier Status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which is a national benchmark for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. We’ve also been recognised as an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia for 3 years in a row (2023 to 2025). Both achievements highlight our commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all employees. Our work was also featured in this Inclusive Employer Case Study by Diversity Council Australia.
Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, Access and Inclusion Plan, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Action Plan and Gender Equity Action Plan outline how we support a diverse workplace, how we're striving to be more inclusive and increase the diversity of the workforce to be more representative of the broader population.
Champions promoting diversity
Our senior executives play an important role as champions, providing leadership that creates a positive and inclusive workplace. Our champions include:
- Indigenous Champion
- Disability and Carers Champion
- Gender Equality Champion
- Pride Champion
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Champion
- Mental Health Champion
Employee networks
We support inclusive communities and connection at IP Australia as places to encourage action on diversity issues. Our networks meet up regularly online or in person and include:
- Indigenous Employees Network
- LEAP (Learning, Equity and Accessibility Partnership) Disability and Carers Network
- PRIDE Network
- Gender Equality Network (GEN)
- Mindful Minds (Mental Health)
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Network
Inclusive recruitment
We're actively working to increase the diversity of our workforce including the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and people with disability who work in our agency.
Our First Nations Strategy and Diversity and Inclusion Strategy include initiatives to build more targeted and inclusive recruitment practices.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQA+, mature aged employees and carers.
We can provide assistance to support you in applying for a position with us. If you want to learn more, contact us.
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