Celebrating inclusive workplaces

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Commonwealth Bank Diversity

The AHRI Diversity Awards, proudly sponsored by the Commonwealth Bank

Partnered by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency

We were absolutely delighted to win the national AHRI Gender equity in the workplace award. As the only law firm as a finalist in this category it was wonderful to be recognised as a leader in this area. With a female CEO and many females amongst our senior leadership team, the culture of gender equity is entrenched in the way we conduct ourselves at Shine. This is unparalleled within most private sector boards, particularly within the legal industry. We are very proud of our culture that is inclusive, empowered and equitable. The awards were an opportunity for us to share our story which we hope will inspire others in the legal industry that gender equity is possible.

Jacinta Giles, Chief HR Officer,
Shine Lawyers
2012 Winner: Shine Lawyers

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GENDER EQUITY IN THE WORKPLACE

Recognising excellence in gender equity initiatives and programs in the workplace

Finalists

  • ANZ Banking Group
  • Australian Astronomical Observatory
  • ThoughtWorks Australia
  • University of Sydney
  • Westpac Group

Award Criteria

InnovationThe program or initiative represents a new and creative approach to the challenge faced by the organisation.
CultureThe program or initiative incorporates a cultural change approach to diversity where principles are embedded in the DNA of the organisation.
Outcomes and impactThe program or initiative has addressed the challenge, achieved the desired outcomes and/or positively impacted on the business.
SustainabilityThe program or initiative and its impacts or outcomes are sustainable and replicable for the organisation.
LeadershipThe program or initiative is supported or led by the CEO and/or senior leadership team within the organisation.
MetricsGender representation across levels within the organisation prior to the program/initiative and at time of application:
  • Board, Executive (level 1)
  • Middle Management (level 2)
  • Employees (remaining employess)
Flexible work practicesThe program or initiative identifies and addresses issues within the organisation impacting on the attraction, retention and development of women.
Training and developmentThe program or initiative identifies and addresses issues with learning and development opportunities for women.

Submission Requirements

Applicants are required to complete the following for the submission:

  1. Organisation statement

    - 100 word statement about the organisation

  2. Initiative statement

    - 100 word statement about the initiative

  3. Awards statements

    - The submission statements must clearly address all criteria

    Submissions need to be completed in the following format:

    1. CHALLENGE STATEMENT (500 words maximum)

      - Statement should clearly outline what challenge the organisation was facing.

    2. INTIATIVE STATEMENT (1000 words maximum)

      - Statement on the initiative/program/strategy that was introduced to address the challenge.

    3. OUTCOMES STATEMENT (500 words maximum)

      - Statement on the outcomes achieved

  4. Supporting Evidence

    - Evidence can be submitted to support any/all of the criteria

    1. Up to 20 single sided A4 pages in total
  5. Referees

    - Applicants may supply a minimum of two referees and a maximum of 10 referees to support the submission.