{"id":29871,"date":"2024-11-11T14:54:35","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T03:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/?p=29871"},"modified":"2025-10-21T11:07:40","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T00:07:40","slug":"diversity-equity-and-inclusion-8-ways-to-promote-dei-in-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fuserecruitment.com\/blogs\/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-8-ways-to-promote-dei-in-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 8 Ways to Promote DEI in Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"

In 2023, 30% of Australian workers reported experiencing discrimination and\/or harassment at work, according to <\/span>Diversity Council Australia\u2019s survey findings<\/span><\/a> released earlier this year. This percentage has increased since 2019 and should concern Australian employers as on 19 September 2024, the <\/span>Federal Parliament passed a bill<\/span><\/a> that amended the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 to introduce a modified ‘equal access’ cost protection for applicants in federal unlawful discrimination cases, including sexual harassment.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This means that more employees will now be likely to report workplace harassment incidents instead of staying silent.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Businesses that want to succeed in the long-term need to consider how they\u2019re building diverse and inclusive workforces, and we\u2019re here to help. Below are 8 strategies that will set you on the right track to cultivating diverse and inclusive mindsets in your teams.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Understand the Benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)<\/h2>\n

Not only will being inclusive and having diverse teams keep your business out of trouble, as mentioned above, but it will also foster creativity, innovation, and resilience.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By bringing together employees from different backgrounds with different experiences and beliefs, companies can benefit from a wide range of perspectives and ideas. Inclusion ensures that all voices are heard, leading to better decision-making, improved problem-solving, and enhanced employee engagement.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On another note, commitment to diversity and inclusion can strengthen your employer brand and attract a wider pool of talent. According to <\/span>LinkedIn<\/span><\/a>, \u201cemployers that posted more about diversity received 26% more applications from women compared to companies that posted less.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. <\/span>Set Clear DEI Goals<\/h2>\n

To build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, start by setting clear, measurable goals.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Consider what diversity means for your organisation – whether it\u2019s increasing representation of underrepresented groups, promoting gender balance, or fostering a more inclusive culture. No matter what goals you choose, make sure they align with what you and the people of your organisation truly care about and believe in. That way you are being genuine and more likely to act towards your goals.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Establish specific targets and timelines to track progress and hold your organisation accountable. Examples of specific targets may look like:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n