Inclusion, equity and diversity

We are committed to:

• championing an inclusive culture that promotes diversity, dignity and respect
• enabling diverse Queensland communities to benefit from employment opportunities and economic advancement
• ensuring customers have access to, and can benefit from, our services.

Read our 2025-2027 Equity and Diversity Plan (PDF, 767KB) or 2025-2027 Equity and Diversity Plan (DOCX, 7MB).

Employee networks

Employee networks foster connection, inclusion, and a sense of belonging by bringing together people with shared interests or experiences. They also create valuable opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth across the organisation.

Our employee networks ensure that lived-experience insights, advice and co-design inform our work.

Our networks are:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Network
• All Abilities Action Group for disability inclusion
• Generations in the Workplace for supporting employees transition to retirement
• Parents’ and Carers’ Network for parents and caregivers of all ages
• Proudly Me Committee for LGBTQ+ inclusion
• Young Professionals’ Network for employees under 30 years
• Mosaic network for Cultural and linguistic diversity
• Neurodivergent support community and steering committee
• DFV Prevention Steering Committee

Strategies, programs and achievements

Disability inclusion

Our department is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees and customers, including those with disabilities, can thrive. Our Disability Services Plan 2025-2028 (PDF, 711KB) or Disability Services Plan 2025-2028   (DOCX, 3MB) reflects our dedication to fostering a culture of equality, accessibility, and respect. This plan outlines key actions to enhance participation, remove barriers, and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

LGBTQ+ inclusion

Our department achieved Bronze Tier status in the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI) for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. This recognition is a significant milestone and reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Cultural and linguistic diversity

Mosaic is our employee network for those enthusiastic about supporting and promoting cultural and linguistic diversity in the workplace. Mosaic is committed to cultivating cultural capability, promoting inclusion, and fostering mutual respect among our diverse workforce.

Our Multicultural action plan 2025-2027 (PDF, 3MB) or Multicultural action plan 2025-2027 (DOCX, 3MB) outlines how we create positive change.

Domestic and family violence prevention

Employees receive education on recognising, responding to and supporting colleagues impacted by domestic and family violence with sensitivity and kindness through our bespoke departmental program, Respect starts here.

We provide paid leave and other support for employees impacted by these challenging situations.

Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples

We recognise that many of our First Nations people have considerable knowledge of land, natural resources and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations. This knowledge should be properly and fairly recognised in the employment and career development process.

As part of this commitment, we offer several Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cadetships every year.