Resource Pages
In this section you will find information about key definitions and the state of play for gender diversity in Australia, the business case for gender diversity and inclusion, some leading practices for creating gender diverse and inclusive workplaces, case studies, and additional resources and reading on gender equity.
Overview
Explore definitions, key issues, and the state of play.
The Case for Action
Find out why your organisation should take action.
Leading Practice
Learn how to take a leading practice approach.
DCA Research
Check out DCA’s research on this topic.
Upcoming Events
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Recordings of Past Events
Access recordings of past events on this topic.
Latest Articles - Gender
Workplace Gender Equality Amendment
Read DCA’s submission in response to the Workplace Gender Equality Amendment (Setting Gender Equality Targets) Bill 2024s.
Release of National Carer Strategy
DCA welcomes the government’s renewed commitment to Australia’s three million unpaid carers in its new ten-year National Carer Strategy.
16 Days of Activism: The role of workplaces in primary prevention of violence against women
To mark the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence DCA’s Deborah Wu unpacks the link between gender inequality and violence against women.
National Carer Strategy
Read DCA’s comment on a discussion paper about the National Carer Strategy released by the Department of Social Services earlier this year.
Inclusive Employer Case Study: Helping Hand
Discover how Helping Hand, DCA 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer, fostered an environment where everyone in their team felt that they belonged and could thrive.
Dads and extended parental leave: a personal perspective
Despite the benefits, many fathers are still not taking extended parental leave. Here, DCA member Emily Smeed shares her family’s choices and experience with parental leave.