Diversity and Inclusion Framework Diversity and Inclusion Framework | Page 10

SIX FOCUS AREAS
The Action Plan will hold Interrelate accountable to support and increase representation of each
diversity group by providing measurable actions that pertain to each of six focus areas.
Recruitment
• Interrelate actively seeks out opportunities to increase the representation
of people from diverse backgrounds in the workplace.
• Interrelate puts in place measures to ensure the selection and promotion
process is fair for all applicants.
Working arrangements
• Interrelate creates appropriate Human Resources strategies that recognise
and are responsive to the needs of diverse communities.
• Interrelate values the experiences and the contributions made by people
from diverse backgrounds and there is a high level of staff engagement in
diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Interrelate provides a supportive and positive environment for all staff.
Workplace culture
• Interrelate values the experiences and the contributions made by people
from diverse backgrounds and there is a high level of staff engagement in
diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Interrelate provides a supportive and positive environment for all staff.
Leadership
• The Interrelate Board, Executive and Leadership Team promotes and
demonstrates diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Diversity training is scheduled and available for all staff.
Communication
• Diversity initiatives and events are regularly held and communicated well
to all staff.
• Interrelate Leadership takes action on diversity issues raised by staff
• The communication of Interrelate is inclusive and respectful of diversity
Customer service
STAFF REFERENCE GROUPS
Guiding our approach are our current staff reference groups who will play a key role
in supporting and driving the implementation of this framework. These reference
groups serve as a standard by which we measure our behaviours and attitudes. The
groups provide insight and challenge around the way that we organise our work and
help us to identify social norms that discriminate against particular communities.
The groups comprise of representatives from each region who have expertise or
consumer experience in the area they represent and who work within a terms of
reference to assist with the planning and ongoing development of inclusive services.
Current staff reference groups include
• Kutanya (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) group
• LGBTIQ reference group
• CALD Reference group