Expressions of interest are open for the Diversity Council Australia (DCA) 2025-2026 Inclusive Employer Index.
The Index recognises organisations for their commitment to workplace inclusion.
Run in partnership with Diversity Atlas, the Inclusive Employer Index is Australia’s only inclusion index run by an independent peak body that lets organisations measure,
benchmark, and report on workplace inclusion across nine diversity dimensions.
To do this, the index gives participants a comprehensive, anonymous survey that collects data about their workforce.
Employers who exceed the national benchmarks will earn the title of being a DCA 2025-
2026 Inclusive Employer, a mark of excellence publicly promoted by DCA.
Recognised organisations can proudly showcase the Inclusive Employer logo to publicly demonstrate their commitment to inclusion to employees, partners, and the wider community.
“Building an inclusive workplace is not just a nice-to-have – it’s key to attracting and retaining
talent and is strongly linked to business success,” said DCA CEO Catherine Hunter.
“The Inclusive Employer Index is a powerful diagnostic tool that helps organisations understand their strengths, pinpoint areas for improvement, and track progress over time. It’s a chance to demonstrate leadership and a genuine commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and respected.”
Expressions of interest close on Monday 1 September 2025. Register your interest to participate in the 2025–2026 Inclusive Employer Index here.