State of workplace inclusion in Aotearoa in 2024
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024
As the year draws to a close, Diversity Works New Zealand Chief Executive Maretha Smit reflects on the issues, stories and political fluctuations impacting inclusion mahi in Aotearoa.
Big changes for Diversity Works New Zealand in 2025
Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024
Diversity Works New Zealand is set to transition to a new legal entity in 2025, designed to strengthen our mission of driving workplace inclusion and accelerating change across Aotearoa.
Leadership challenges revealed in diversity survey
Tuesday, Sep 10, 2024
Findings from the 2024 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey suggest that a significant proportion of leaders in our organisations are not equipped or being held accountable for driving inclusion in our workplaces.
Ake Ake Ake - Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2024
Tuesday, Sep 3, 2024
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) kicks off on Saturday, 14 September and runs until 21 September.
Bay of Plenty health organisation wins national diversity award
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2024
Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation’s impactful co-governance model with mana whenua is driving equitable health outcomes for Māori and creating an environment where its kaimahi and all the people they serve can thrive.
Powerhouse for change wins 2024 Diversity Champion award
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2024
Tania Domett, winner of the 2024 Diversity Champion Award, is a researcher, strategy consultant, and entrepreneur dedicated to using her skills and influence to drive positive social change for diverse voices and underserved groups in Aotearoa.
New workshop equips leaders for mental health kōrero
Monday, Aug 5, 2024
About one in five people experience a mental health condition each year, costing New Zealand workplaces an estimated $4.5 billion annually.
First practitioners join accreditation programme
Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024
Our community of workplace inclusion professionals continues to grow, with nine accredited practitioners added at last month’s Auckland hui.
Finalists announced in Diversity Awards NZ 2024™
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Finalists in the 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™ were announced today, with judges recognising 28 entrants for the mahi they are doing to advance a culture of inclusion in workplaces throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
Meet our first accredited professionals
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
We are delighted to welcome nine accredited DEI professionals as foundation members of the Workplace Inclusion Professional Accreditation programme.
Dream big, start small, keep going
Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024
The United Nations is calling on organisations to invest in women to accelerate progress towards gender equity as part of International Women’s Day on March 8. Diversity Works New Zealand Board Chair Susan Doughty looks at what this means for workplaces in Aotearoa.
Entries now open for 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™
Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024
New Zealand’s most prestigious workplace inclusion awards are back, with a new category for 2024.
Incredible speaker line-up for workplace inclusion conference
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2024
There is an electrifying line-up of diversity, equity and inclusion practitioners, allies, champions and leaders on the programme at next month’s Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa 2024 conference.
Survey results highlight need for mahi to be well resourced and communicated
Monday, Oct 30, 2023
There is a stark difference between the way efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within an organisation are perceived by the people doing the mahi and those with no responsibility for DEI efforts, according to the 2023 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey.
Don’t be scared of data!
Monday, Oct 2, 2023
Organisations need to collect data across a range of indicators to understand whether their diversity, equity and inclusion mahi is progressing change in their workplaces. We have a new workshop that will help.
New tool will help organisations advance DEI
Tuesday, Sep 5, 2023
Using Theory of Change for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) mahi is a practical approach that can support organisations to craft and execute effective strategies and interventions.
Kia kaha te reo Māori - Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2023
Monday, Sep 4, 2023
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) is taking place from September 11 to 17 this year and there are loads of resources available to help workplaces celebrate and promote this taonga which is unique to Aotearoa New Zealand.
Leading voice for women in construction named 2023 Diversity Champion
Thursday, Aug 31, 2023
Making the construction sector a better place for women has been Stacey Mendonça’s mission for the past 27 years
Auckland City Mission wins at 2023 Diversity Awards NZ™
Wednesday, Aug 30, 2023
Te Tāpui Atawhai - Auckland City Mission’s work to improve Māori outcomes and intentionally privilege Māori development is having a far-reaching positive impact on those working in the organisation and the people in need they support every day.
2024 Whiria Ngā Kaha conference speakers wanted!
Wednesday, Aug 2, 2023
The Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa conference programme committee is looking for speakers for the 2024 event.
Will the US Supreme Court decision impact workplace diversity programmes?
Tuesday, Jul 11, 2023
With the United States Supreme Court ruling late last month that race can no longer be considered as a factor in university admissions, observers have expressed concern it will impact diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes in corporate America.
Workshop creates connection with Aotearoa’s history
Monday, Jul 10, 2023
By creating emotional connections with Aotearoa’s history, The Wall Walk® workshop creates a space for people to better understand bi-cultural relations in this country.
Finalists announced in 2023 Diversity Awards NZ™
Wednesday, Jun 7, 2023
Finalists in the 2023 Diversity Awards NZ™ were announced today, with judges recognising 33 entrants for the mahi they are doing to advance a culture of belonging in workplaces throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
Developing empathy mitigates prejudice
Monday, May 29, 2023
Empathy plays a vital role in mitigating bias and prejudice, enabling fair decision-making and reducing discriminatory behaviours. Diversity Works New Zealand is launching a new two-hour online workshop next month, Building Empathy in the Workplace.
New workshop introduces systems change to support inclusion
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Understanding the complex systems that shape organisational culture and practices, and how they perpetuate inequity, is an important step in creating more inclusive workplaces.
Recognising workplace inclusion changemakers
Wednesday, Mar 29, 2023
Workplace inclusion changemakers who challenge non-inclusive systems, practices and mindsets are key to building environments of belonging.
Are you ready to lead inclusion mahi?
Monday, Mar 27, 2023
Leading diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in organisations demands a high level of competence, authenticity, empathy and resilience.
Entries now open for 2023 Diversity Awards NZ™
Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023
It’s time for organisations to showcase the mahi they are doing to create more inclusive workplaces across Aotearoa. The 2023 Diversity Awards NZ™ are now open for entries.
New Global Alliance creates more inclusive workplaces around the world
Thursday, Feb 16, 2023
The Global Inclusion & Diversity Alliance (GIDA) has launched in Auckland.
Diversity conference moves to Auckland
Wednesday, Jan 25, 2023
February’s Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa 2023 conference will now be held in Auckland at the Aotea Centre.
Workplaces invited to Auckland Pride Parade
Tuesday, Dec 6, 2022
Corporates and workplaces are being encouraged to take part in Auckland’s Rainbow Pride Parade in 2023, with motorised floats back for the first time in three years.
A more diverse Public Service
Friday, Oct 28, 2022
The Public Service workforce is becoming more diverse and good progress is being made on gender equality and fairer wages for lower paid workers, according to data released last month.
Public sector mahi showcased at Whiria Ngā Kaha conference
Thursday, Oct 27, 2022
Public sector people leaders and diversity champions can learn from their government peers, better understand the inclusion landscape in the private sector and benefit from hearing global perspectives by attending Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa 2023.
How workplaces can address the Pacific pay gap
Tuesday, Oct 25, 2022
Employers are being urged to set targets and timeframes to increase the representation of Pacific peoples and other minorities in middle and senior management and monitor and close gender and ethnicity pay gaps.
Equal pay act turns 50!
Thursday, Oct 20, 2022
This month, it will be 50 years since the introduction of the Equal Pay Act in 1972. But pay gaps persist in New Zealand so there is more work to be done to ensure wider fairness in remuneration, where people are paid the same for jobs of equal value.
International speakers share at Whiria Ngā Kaha conference
Tuesday, Oct 4, 2022
Diversity and inclusion champions from Australia, Canada and Hong Kong will bring a global perspective to next February’s Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa conference, sharing trends, areas of focus and new perspectives that could inform strategies and next steps at a local level.
Auckland University students tackle diversity projects
Tuesday, Sep 27, 2022
Students from Auckland University are partnering with Diversity Works New Zealand to investigate ways to make workplaces and businesses more inclusive.
Promoting mental health at work
Wednesday, Sep 21, 2022
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) takes place from 26 September to 2 October this year.
New Zealand Chinese Language Week 2022
Monday, Sep 19, 2022
This year, New Zealand Chinese Language Week runs from 25 September to 1 October and there are lots of great ways to get your workplace involved
Kia kaha te reo Māori
Monday, Sep 12, 2022
Mahuru Māori and Te Wiki o te Reo Māori is here! We have already seen many organisations start celebrating te reo Māori. We encourage all our member organisations to join in!
Whiria Ngā Kaha speakers announced
Tuesday, Sep 6, 2022
The website for next February’s Whiria Ngā Kaha Workplace Inclusion Aotearoa conference is now live and we wanted to give you a sneak preview of some of the amazing local speakers who are part of the programme.
STEM programme for Māori learners wins 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™
Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022
Pūhoro STEMM Academy (extra M for Mātauranga) took out the Supreme Award at the 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™
Pay gap campaigner the first Diversity Champion winner
Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022
Dellwyn Stuart, CEO of YWCA Auckland and co-founder of the mindthegapnz campaign won the Diversity Champion Award at the 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™
Failure to measure could hinder diversity and inclusion progress
Thursday, Aug 25, 2022
Almost half of workplaces in New Zealand don’t formally measure and evaluate the effectiveness of diversity initiatives, according to the 2022 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey.
No progress on reducing gender pay gap
Monday, Aug 15, 2022
Figures released last month showed there has been no progress in reducing the gender pay gap in the past 12 months.
Accreditation for workplace inclusion professionals coming soon
Friday, Jul 22, 2022
An accreditation programme setting a formal standard for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) professionals in Aotearoa will be launched early next year.
Neurodivergent workers overlooked in New Zealand
Thursday, Jul 14, 2022
Neurodivergent people in New Zealand workplaces are at risk of being overlooked, with a third reporting their condition has negatively affected their career advancement, latest research shows.
Diversity Champion finalists announced
Monday, Jul 11, 2022
Six people have been selected as finalists in the Diversity Champion Award, a new category announced as part of the 25th anniversary of the Diversity Awards NZ™.
Pay gap reporting petition launched
Thursday, Jul 7, 2022
The MindtheGap campaign has launched a petition calling on the Government to make pay gap reporting mandatory for businesses in New Zealand.
Diversity roadmap for the construction sector
Monday, Jul 4, 2022
New research and a roadmap to promote and support diversity in construction has been made public. The project aimed to better understand the barriers to diversity and what gaps exist in the industry, and then map the steps for transformation to help build a sustainable, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
Finalists announced in 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™
Tuesday, Jun 14, 2022
Finalists have been announced in four of the five categories for the 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™.
Embracing Matariki in the workplace
Friday, Jun 3, 2022
As the first official public holiday for Matariki approaches, we wanted to look at the significance of this period of renewal and showcase the organisations that create space to mark this celebration unique to Aotearoa within their workplaces.
A quarter century of working for diversity
Monday, May 23, 2022
Diversity Works New Zealand Administrator Richard Mortensen is celebrating 25 years of working with our team.
Better employment outcomes for ethnic communities
Tuesday, Apr 5, 2022
The Government has launched an initiative to boost employment outcomes for former refugees, recent migrants and ethnic communities.
Workplaces asked to contribute to neurodiversity research
Friday, Apr 1, 2022
New Zealand organisations are being asked to contribute to valuable research uncovering how diversity, including neurodiversity, is impacting workplaces.
25th Diversity Awards NZ™ open for entries
Tuesday, Mar 8, 2022
Entries are open for the 2022 Diversity Awards NZ™, which mark the 25th anniversary of this prestigious national awards programme.
Migrant pay gap research reveals concerning inequities
Wednesday, Feb 2, 2022
New research into the migrant pay gap in New Zealand has revealed concerning inequities between different migrant groups.
New role for Guillermo
Tuesday, Feb 1, 2022
We farewell Diversity Works New Zealand Head of Research and Innovation Guillermo Merelo this month as he takes up an exciting new role at the University of Auckland.
Changes to the Diversity Works New Zealand Board
Tuesday, Dec 14, 2021
New appointments to the Diversity Works New Zealand Board were ratified by members at our Annual General Meeting held online earlier this month.
New interns join our team
Tuesday, Dec 7, 2021
Meet Maia Hemara-Tylden and Kat Taufalele who have joined Diversity Works New Zealand in two newly created intern roles.
Student project influencing public policy on inclusive workplaces
Friday, Dec 3, 2021
Students from the University of Auckland are looking at ways to use findings from the New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey to inform public policy.
Unconscious bias e-learning updated
Tuesday, Oct 26, 2021
The unconscious bias e-learning modules that are part of Skillpod’s digital training platform have been updated to ensure they better meet the needs of our member organisations.
Construction sector survey update
Wednesday, Oct 6, 2021
Two nationwide surveys sent to the construction sector have closed, providing our research team with a wealth of information to create an overview of the industry’s current diversity landscape.
Workshop covers creating structure for your diversity journey
Thursday, Sep 30, 2021
A workshop empowering organisations to follow a structured approach to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) management is the latest training offering from Diversity Works New Zealand.
Top NZ food producer wins 2021 Diversity Awards NZ™
Thursday, Sep 23, 2021
An organisational culture that encourages employees to act like owners of the business and celebrate ‘everyday moments of goodness’ has been recognised with the country’s top workplace diversity award. George Weston Foods, the company that makes much of the bread eaten in New Zealand, including the Tip Top Bakery brand, took out the Supreme Award at the 2021 Diversity Awards NZ™.
Culture key to Kiwi organisations avoiding mass employee exodus
Tuesday, Sep 7, 2021
With research showing that more than 40 per cent of employees globally are considering leaving their jobs in the next year, New Zealand workplaces need to look urgently at building a culture that champions the individual aspirations of every single person in their team.
Covid update 18 August
Wednesday, Aug 18, 2021
With New Zealand currently at Alert Level 4, the Diversity Works New Zealand team has left the office and is working remotely. We understand this is a difficult time for all workplaces around Aotearoa and we would like to assure you we are available to offer any support or guidance we can to you and your team.
Why age matters
Monday, Aug 2, 2021
Age inclusion in the workplace can be an untapped source for growth and innovation.
Construction industry research key to sector’s success
Tuesday, Jul 6, 2021
New Zealanders working in construction are being asked to take part in vital research this month to help create a collective understanding of the sector’s current diversity landscape.
Building back better at diversity conference
Friday, Jul 2, 2021
Chief executives from across the public and private sector will share their views on delivering inclusive leadership in the wake of a crisis in a panel discussion at the 2021 Workplace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion conference in Auckland later this year.
We are all influencers
Wednesday, Jun 23, 2021
Those of us championing change in our organisations recognise that it requires conscious intent to convince our leaders to take strategic ownership of diversity and inclusion. We all have the power to influence that.
Mental health issues impact workplaces
Thursday, Jun 17, 2021
Organisations are becoming increasingly concerned about the mental health of their employees and their stress levels, research indicates.
2021 Diversity Awards NZ finalists announced
Tuesday, Jun 8, 2021
Finalists in the 2021 Diversity Awards NZ™ were announced today, with the judges recognising 26 entries for the work they are doing to demonstrate excellence in workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.
Diversity survey highlights unacceptable workplace behaviours
Thursday, May 27, 2021
The 2021 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey indicates there is increasing awareness of workplace bullying but there is still work to do to create tolerance and safe spaces for all ethnicities.
Free mental health e-learning for people managers
Monday, May 24, 2021
The Mental Health Foundation has launched a free e-learning package to help people managers and workplace wellbeing professionals talk about mental health in the workplace.
National framework provides diversity and inclusion standard for workplaces
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
The launch of a national framework to assess levels of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) will give New Zealand organisations an understanding of their current capabilities, identify areas for improvement and the information they need to create a roadmap for transformation.
2021 Conference and Awards
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Block out your diary for our don’t-miss diversity double header. We are delighted to announce the two-day 2021 Workplace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference will start in Auckland on 31 August. This will be followed by a glam night out on 1 September to announce the winners of this year’s Diversity Awards NZ™
Why inclusive leadership training is essential
Wednesday, Apr 28, 2021
Challenging the traditional concepts of leadership and finding ways to influence teams through connection and collaboration is key to creating a culture of inclusion in the workplace.
New team members
Monday, Apr 12, 2021
We have welcomed three new faces to the Diversity Works New Zealand office in the past month.
Construction Sector Accord partnership builds sustainable workforce
Monday, Apr 12, 2021
The Construction Sector Accord is partnering with Diversity Works New Zealand to build a sustainable workforce for the construction sector.
Diversity Works New Zealand appoints Head of Membership
Wednesday, Mar 10, 2021
Ola Ioane has been appointed into the role of Head of Membership at Diversity Works New Zealand.
Revamped 2021 Diversity Awards NZ™ open for entries
Wednesday, Mar 3, 2021
Our awards programme has a new format and new categories, with changes recognising the increasing maturity in workplace diversity and inclusion in Aotearoa
Response to Covid-19 – Update 1 March 2021
Monday, Mar 1, 2021
The Diversity Works New Zealand team is all working from home in response to the announcement that the Auckland region has moved into Alert Level 3.
MEET OUR NEW TEAM MEMBERS
Wednesday, Feb 3, 2021
We have three new faces in our office this month - Milica van Leeuwen Bobic and Pete Mercer are taking up roles as Member Success Managers and Sonarli Jayaweera is our new Accounts Assistant.
Why our migrant workers need extra support during Covid-19
Tuesday, Feb 2, 2021
With the number of Covid-19 infections increasing globally, migrants living and working in New Zealand need increased support from their employers as they deal with heightened fear, distress and guilt caused by anxiety about the families they have left behind.
Pride returns for 2021
Monday, Feb 1, 2021
Pride festivals are kicking off around the country, starting with Auckland Pride, for the first time extending across the entire month of February. This festival aims to reflect the diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau’s queer communities and celebrate culture, sexual orientation and gender identity, connecting past, present, and future.
Pay gap more than a gender issue
Tuesday, Jan 12, 2021
Expect conversations about the pay gap to dominate 2021, with discussions spanning more than just gender, says Diversity Works New Zealand Chief Executive Maretha Smit.
Training a step forward for NZ Police
Monday, Nov 30, 2020
A series of training sessions with Diversity Works New Zealand have supported New Zealand Police on their journey to being a truly inclusive organisation.
Improving our website accessibility features
Monday, Nov 30, 2020
We are constantly trying to improve the Diversity Works New Zealand website to ensure it’s more usable, especially for online visitors with accessibility needs. As part of that work, the Page Assist toolbar, which offers visitors more options to better access content and website functions, has recently been upgraded.
Exciting new role for Mary
Monday, Nov 23, 2020
Diversity Works New Zealand Head of Membership Services Mary Haddock-Staniland is stepping into a new position that will allow her to further the work she is so passionate about, creating a more inclusive Aotearoa.
Covid's impact on women in work
Tuesday, Nov 17, 2020
New data has shown that Covid-19 continues to impact women in the workforce more than men.
Adrienne Miller re-elected to Diversity Works New Zealand Board
Friday, Nov 13, 2020
Adrienne Miller will serve another term as a Trustee on the Diversity Works New Zealand Board. Adrienne, who is the General Manager of ISCA New Zealand, was re-elected to the Board by private sector members of the organisation.
Bullying at work – have your say
Tuesday, Nov 3, 2020
Bullying and harassment is a real concern in New Zealand workplaces. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) was asked to provide advice on how the Government can combat this issue, and are looking for your feedback.
New Zealand Parliament most diverse ever
Monday, Nov 2, 2020
The 2020 general election has paved the way for an array of diverse candidates to enter Parliament, which is cause for celebration.
Celebrating Pronouns Day
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2020
International Pronouns Day, celebrated last month on October 21, seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace.
Pink Shirt Day is back
Monday, Oct 12, 2020
Kiwis are being encouraged to stand together to stop bullying as we commemorate Pink Shirt Day on Friday, 16 October. Led by the Mental Health Foundation, this is an opportunity for your workplace to be part of the movement to end bullying, celebrate diversity and spread aroha and kindness, while raising money to support the kaupapa.
2020 Rainbow Excellence Awards winners
Friday, Oct 9, 2020
The 2020 New Zealand Rainbow Excellence Awards were announced last week with the Westpac Supreme Award going to the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) and New Zealand Security Intelligence Services (NZSIS).
On the road again
Monday, Oct 5, 2020
With Covid-19 restrictions keeping us in Auckland for much of the year, the Diversity Works New Zealand team is thrilled to be able to visit more of our members throughout Aotearoa before 2020 draws to a close.
Pasifika intern programme wins 2020 Diversity Awards NZ™
Monday, Sep 21, 2020
An internship programme designed to “grow the tide” of Pacific peoples influencing the public sector policies that affect all New Zealanders has won the country’s top workplace diversity award.
Diversity Awards NZ™ to be streamed live
Friday, Sep 4, 2020
The 2020 Diversity Awards NZ™ will be streamed live online.
Will Covid-19 impact the gender pay gap?
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020
New Zealand’s gender pay gap has remained steady at 9.5 per cent but the data does not capture the impact Covid-19 is having on women in the workforce.
Disabled people fare worse in work and wellbeing
Tuesday, Sep 1, 2020
Disabled Kiwis have lower employment rates, earn less, have less perceived job security and more financial difficulties than non-disabled New Zealanders, the latest figures from Stats NZ show.
Diversity news wrap
Tuesday, Aug 4, 2020
A quick wrap up of some of the diversity and inclusion issues making news in the past month.
New Trustees appointed to Diversity Works New Zealand Board
Monday, Jul 27, 2020
Diversity Works New Zealand has announced the appointment of Nicola Ngawati, Alex Chadwick and Laulu Mac Leauanae to its Board of Trustees.
2020 Diversity Awards NZ™ finalists announced
Monday, Jul 6, 2020
Finalists in the 2020 Diversity Awards NZ™ were announced today, with judges recognising 32 entrants for the work they are doing to advance a culture of inclusion in New Zealand workplaces.
Research: Bullying creating toxic ripples in New Zealand workplaces
Wednesday, Jul 1, 2020
Nearly a quarter of New Zealand workers have witnessed bullying in the workplace, and 12 per cent have been bullied, according to the first results from The New Zealand Workplace Barometer project conducted by Massey University’s Healthy Work Group.
Smaller teams, more belonging
Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020
Business leaders need to ensure they avoid making important decisions in a state of stress if they want to maintain an inclusive culture and an optimisation focus post-Covid.
Record year for women on Government boards
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020
The Government is on the verge of reaching its target of state sector boards and committees made up of at least 50 percent women.
Tackling cultural stigmatisation in the workplace
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020
Covid-19 may have highlighted issues of racism in New Zealand, but our changing ethnic diversity was already increasing the importance of cultural competency in our workplaces.
The future of workplace flexibility
Friday, May 29, 2020
The Covid-19 crisis has provided a unique opportunity for humanity to think about want we want in the workplace, how we value the time we contribute to organisations and how we can be most productive
Roundtable webinar series explores post-Covid-19 work practices
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Disruption always brings new challenges, new opportunities to work differently and new imperatives for our organisations. Diversity Works New Zealand’s Roundtable webinar series invites you to join business and academic thought-leaders discussing some of the issues that will be crucial for workplaces in a post-Covid-19 world.
Diversity survey reveals top issues in a post Covid-19 world
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
New Zealand workplaces will need to strive to maintain a diverse and inclusive culture as our businesses recover from the Covid-19 fallout.
An email signature with a difference
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
An email signature can be more than just a way to convey contact details – Diversity Works New Zealand Diversity Manager Dr Guillermo Merelo is using his to share that he is dyslexic, opening up conversations and raising awareness about the differences in our brains.
New online workshop suite
Monday, May 4, 2020
Diversity Works New Zealand has developed a suite of online workshops as part of our commitment to helping New Zealand workplaces continue their diversity and inclusion journey throughout the Covid 19 crisis.
RESPONSE TO COVID-19 – UPDATE 20 APRIL 2020
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2020
The Diversity Works New Zealand team is working hard to support organisations as they navigate through the Covid-19 alert levels.
Entries deadline extended for 2020 Diversity Awards NZ
Tuesday, Mar 31, 2020
We are extending the closing date for the 2020 Diversity Awards NZ™ to give everyone an extra five weeks to prepare their entry.
Diversity Works New Zealand appoints new Chief Executive
Sunday, Mar 15, 2020
The Diversity Works New Zealand Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive, Maretha Smit.
Response to Covid-19
Wednesday, Mar 11, 2020
We are looking at ways we can continue to offer support to our members and employers across New Zealand in light of the present concerns regarding the spread of Covid-19
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2020
International Women’s Day is this Sunday, March 8. Find out more about the 2020 theme - #EachforEqual, promoting the idea that an equal world is an enabled world.
Workplace diversity research underway
Wednesday, Feb 19, 2020
We need your help to better understand the top diversity and inclusion issues for your organisation. The 2020 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey is now open
Grassroots key to diversity at Vector
Tuesday, Feb 18, 2020
Vector kicked off our first Diversity Group Meeting of 2020 in Auckland today, sharing how the organisation is harnessing the power of grassroots initiatives to drive its diversity and inclusion journey.
2020 Diversity Awards NZ™ entries open, new category
Monday, Feb 10, 2020
The introduction of a new category in 2020 will allow the Diversity Awards NZ™ to celebrate even more organisations doing workplace inclusion well and doing well because of it. Entries are now open - find out everything you need to know
Meet Sarah Bayliss
Monday, Feb 10, 2020
We are thrilled to welcome Sarah Bayliss to our team – Sarah joined Diversity Works New Zealand this week in the role of Marketing Executive.
Support your working parents
Tuesday, Feb 4, 2020
Parents around New Zealand may be breathing a sigh of relief as the last of our schools go back this week. But there are plenty of other ways employers can support their people, so school holidays don’t become a source of stress.
Our website just got more accessible
Monday, Jan 13, 2020
We have installed a personalisation toolbar on our website that will help make it more usable and visually accessible, ensuring a more equal experience for all our online visitors.
On the road to the regions
Tuesday, Dec 3, 2019
We’ve been clocking up the frequent flier miles in the past month, visiting members and stakeholders championing workplace diversity and inclusion all around New Zealand.
Diversity wall planner back for 2020
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2019
Our yearly wall planner is back by popular demand. The 2020 calendar will help you and your organisation celebrate diversity, by keeping you up to date with significant commemorations such as Pink Shirt Day and International Women’s Day and cultural celebrations like Matariki, Chinese New Year, Eid and Diwali.
Seeking a new Chief Executive
Friday, Nov 22, 2019
We are seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive to realise our ambition of helping NZ organisations do inclusion well, and do well because of it. They will join our small team of highly regarded professionals who are passionate in driving the delivery of our strategy.
Dyslexia in the workplace
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2019
Dyslexia is just one of the alternative thinking styles that we encounter as part of neurodiversity in the workplace.
Building a diverse leadership culture
Friday, Nov 1, 2019
New Zealand organisations today face greater levels of complexity, uncertainty and pace. How do mid-career to senior executives make impactful decisions in this challenging environment?
Coca-Cola Amatil promotes knowledge sharing to support wisdom workers
Friday, Nov 1, 2019
Key themes to emerge from our latest Member Connect meeting are that it’s time to bring the issue of transitioning aging workers out of the “too-hard basket” and that by collaborating organisations can find ways to bring this demographic to the forefront of employee programmes and look after their frontline workers.
Why we need to stop telling women to be more confident at work
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2019
New Zealand women want to improve their strategic, financial and business acumen to get ahead in their careers and add value to their organisations, says leadership development expert Dr Sue Watson.
Change of leadership at Diversity Works New Zealand
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2019
There is going to be a change of leadership at Diversity Works New Zealand.
How to create a healthy work culture
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2019
Eight out of 10 organisations we survey have a policy or programme in place to combat bullying and harassment. But it’s important that inclusive leaders focus on how they can encourage desirable behaviour in the workplace as well implementing best practice for dealing with issues.
Join the #AltTextForAll campaign
Tuesday, Oct 8, 2019
Blind & Low Vision NZ, formerly the Blind Foundation, is launching #AltTextForAll – a movement aimed at helping make the world more inclusive.
White Camellia Awards 2019 winners
Friday, Oct 4, 2019
Diversity Works New Zealand members took out all nine categories at the 2019 White Camellia Awards presented at Parliament House in Wellington last month.
Pay transparency key to closing gender pay gap
Friday, Sep 6, 2019
Diversity Works New Zealand is proud to support the Human Rights Commission’s Pay Transparency Campaign, calling for information on pay scales and career progression to be made readily available by employers.
Australian expert visits
Thursday, Sep 5, 2019
We loved hosting Diversity Council Australia (DCA) Chief Executive Lisa Annese last month for an action-packed week of events and meeting members.
Explore your way to wellbeing
Wednesday, Sep 4, 2019
Workplaces are asked to encourage their staff to take notice of the simple experiences, actions, relationships and surroundings that make them feel good every day and do them more often as part of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Shared language
Tuesday, Aug 6, 2019
September is a great month to celebrate two cultures that play a significant role in New Zealand workplaces.
New tool helps policy advisors explore gender impact
Monday, Aug 5, 2019
Minister for Women Julie Anne Genter has launched Bringing Gender In, a new online tool to assist policy advisors explore the gender impacts of any policy as they move through the policy process.
Changing the ratio
Tuesday, Jun 4, 2019
Mary Staddock-Haniland finds out what’s happening in workplace diversity and inclusion across the Tasman, as the MC at the Changing the Ratio conference.
Long-serving board member recognised in Queen’s Honours
Monday, Jun 3, 2019
Diversity Works New Zealand Public Sector Trustee Helene Quilter has been recognised in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours for her services to the State.
Working with refugees
Friday, May 31, 2019
Diversity Works New Zealand Chief Executive Rachel Hopkins is challenging our members to create job opportunities for refugees resettling in New Zealand each year.
RainbowYOUTH turns 30!
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Happy birthday to RainbowYOUTH – this youth-run and youth-led organisation is celebrating the generations of young people who have contributed to its mission of making Aotearoa a place where all rangatahi thrive, regardless of who they love or how they identify.
Rainbow Excellence award winners
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Organisations making an everyday difference for the LGBTI+ community have been recognised at the inaugural New Zealand Rainbow Excellence Awards.
Workplace Inclusion & Diversity Conference
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
The second annual Workforce Inclusion and Diversity Auckland conference will feature more than 30 diverse speakers, more than 20 solution-focused case studies, and a number of interactive panels, roundtable sessions and inspirational keynotes to help you to implement best practice diversity and inclusion strategies at your organisation.
Diversity survey reveals top priorities for New Zealand organisations
Tuesday, Apr 9, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
The 2019 New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey has highlighted some of the key questions organisations need to answer in order to create and maintain inclusive workplaces.
Diversity Works New Zealand takes the Pride Pledge
Tuesday, Apr 2, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
We are thrilled to announce that Diversity Works New Zealand has joined other organisations around the country pledging to raise awareness of safety and inclusiveness for all LGBTTQ+ people.
Make a stand against bullying in your workplace
Tuesday, Apr 2, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
Get ready for Pink Shirt Day, the annual bullying prevention campaign run by the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.
e-Diversity launches with unconscious bias training modules
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
Employers throughout New Zealand can now offer -class unconscious bias training to their people via e-Diversity, our newly-launched online learning platform.
Small businesses urged to enter Diversity Awards NZ™
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
The owners of Wairarapa financial services company RIVAL Wealth, winners of last year's Work Life Balance Award, have encouraged other small and medium-size organisations to enter the 2019 Diversity Awards NZ™.
Meet Iani Nemani
Friday, Mar 1, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
Iani Nemani joined the Diversity Works New Zealand team last month in the role of Diversity Manager. We’ve asked him all the tough questions so you can get to know him better.
Celebrate International Women’s Day
Friday, Mar 1, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
International Women's Day will be celebrated around the world next Friday, March 8.
2019 Diversity Awards NZ™ open for entries
Monday, Feb 4, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
The 2019 Diversity Awards NZ™ are open for entries highlighting best practice workplace diversity and inclusion initiatives.
New Diversity Manager Iani Nemani
Monday, Feb 4, 2019, by Sheryl Blythen
Iani Nemani joins the Diversity Works New Zealand team this month in the role of Diversity Manager.
Farewell Fia
Tuesday, Dec 18, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The Diversity Works NZ team is sad to farewell Fia Collins who leaves our organisation this week.
Take part in work-life balance research
Tuesday, Dec 4, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Help New Zealand organisations understand how they can implement work-life balance policies that will beneficial to the business and the people working for it.
Diversity and Inclusion Summit New Zealand 2019
Tuesday, Dec 4, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Twenty of New Zealand’s leaders in diversity and inclusion, including Diversity Works New Zealand Chief Executive Rachel Hopkins, will share their knowledge and strategies at a three-day conference in March.
New online diversity and inclusion training supports Kiwi organisations
Tuesday, Nov 20, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
New online diversity and inclusion learning modules will give New Zealand organisations access to world-class training for people at all levels of their business, and in all locations.
Meet Guillermo Merelo
Tuesday, Nov 6, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Guillermo Merelo joined the Diversity Works New Zealand team last month in the role of Diversity Manager. We’ve asked him all the tough questions so you can get to know him better.
Supply chain diversity supporting communities
Monday, Nov 5, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Championing a diverse supply chain allows businesses and organisations to support our local communities to financially grow and prosper.
Bi-cultural confidence will boost diversity
Friday, Nov 2, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Bi-cultural confidence is the foundation of successful cultural diversity and inclusion in any organisation, says Founder of Indigenous Growth Limited Michael Moka.
School students discover gender pay gap issues start young
Monday, Oct 1, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
A school gender equity project has shown that if Auckland five-year-olds follow their career aspirations, the girls will earn almost $15,000 a year less than the boys when they begin work.
Mental Health Awareness Week
Monday, Sep 24, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Organisations are being encouraged to show their people they care about their mental health and wellbeing as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from October 8 to 14.
Working towards more women in engineering and architecture
Thursday, Sep 20, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Diversity Works New Zealand and the Diversity Agenda have joined forces to accelerate the representation of women in engineering and architecture.
ANZ wins White Camelia Awards
Wednesday, Sep 5, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
ANZ was last night announced Supreme Winner of the 2018 White Camelia Awards.
Celebrate Māori Language Week
Tuesday, Sep 4, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
It’s Māori Language Week from September 10 to 16, and workplaces are encouraged to take part this year.
Join our team – Diversity Manager role
Tuesday, Sep 4, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
We are looking for an HR professional who is passionate about equity in the workplace and wants to be part of growing more inclusive workplaces of all sizes, all around New Zealand.
NZ Defence Force take top diversity award
Thursday, Aug 30, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) initiative to tackle harmful sexual behaviour in the workforce has taken out the top award at the 2018 Diversity Awards NZ™.
Building diverse and inclusive advertising agencies
Tuesday, Aug 28, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Join our Chief Executive Rachel Hopkins at this breakfast designed to help advertising agencies develop sustainable, inclusive and diverse workplaces.
Diversity Works New Zealand appoints Head of Membership Services
Tuesday, Jul 31, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Mary Haddock-Staniland has been appointed into the role of Head of Membership Services at Diversity Works New Zealand.
Toro Mai deepens understanding of Māori
Monday, Jul 30, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Massey University’s online learning programme Toro Mai is a guided journey to deepen understanding and awareness of Māori knowledge.
New home for our library
Monday, Jul 2, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The Diversity Works New Zealand library has a new home at Massey University.
New Zealand Workplace Barometer
Wednesday, May 30, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
You are invited to participate in the 2018 New Zealand Workplace Barometer survey online.
The Workforce Inclusion and Diversity Forum New Zealand
Wednesday, May 30, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Get a 20 per cent discount to attend this three-day event in Auckland in August will bring together industry leaders to take an in-depth look at diversity and inclusion frameworks to create a happy, healthy, productive place to work.
Diversity survey highlights bullying and harassment in large organisations
Wednesday, May 30, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
New Zealand’s biggest businesses need to review the effectiveness of their bullying and harassment policies and processes, research shows.
Big increase in organisations showcasing diversity initiatives
Tuesday, May 29, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The number of entries to the Diversity Awards NZ™ has increased by 75 per cent this year, with organisations across New Zealand showcasing more than 90 initiatives designed to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplaces.
New board member for Diversity Works New Zealand
Monday, May 28, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The Equal Employment Opportunities Trust (now operating as Diversity Works New Zealand) has announced the appointment of Fonterra Diversity and Inclusion Manager Susan Doughty to its Board.
Access matters
Tuesday, Apr 10, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Getting more Kiwis with disabilities into jobs could add $1.45 billion to New Zealand’s GDP.
New Top Tips resource supports mental wellbeing
Friday, Mar 9, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
We have partnered with the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand to create a new Top Tips resource for businesses
Diversity Works NZ appoints new Chief Executive
Tuesday, Feb 27, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
The Diversity Works New Zealand Board has confirmed the appointment of its new Chief Executive, Rachel Hopkins.
Work life balance a challenge for NZ businesses
Monday, Jan 15, 2018, by Sheryl Blythen
Kiwi workers who have enjoyed the traditional New Zealand summer break at the start of the year should be heading back to their jobs this month feeling rested, refreshed and ready to face the next 12 months. But their challenge, research shows, will be hanging on to that feeling.
