Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to being inclusive, culturally aware, and responsive to the needs of individuals in our policies and practices. Program initiatives have been developed and continue to be implemented to broaden diversity and inclusion in our workplace, supporting a wide range of diversity dimensions including gender, age, disability, LGBTIQA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural diversity and neurodiversity.

Our inclusion framework

Inclusion Framework 2025–30

Our inclusion framework demonstrates our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. By embracing diverse identities and perspectives, we enrich our organisation and create a culturally safe, accessible, inclusive and respectful workplace.

Champions promoting diversity

Our senior executives play an important role as champions, providing leadership that creates a positive and inclusive workplace.

Our champions include:

First Nations Champions
Disability and Carers Champions
Gender Equality Champions
Health Pride Champions
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Champions
Neurodiversity Champions.

Staff networks

We give staff a voice and encourage action on diversity issues. Our Networks include:

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, including a Friends of the Network for non-Indigenous staff
Disability and Carers Network
Gender Equality Network
Health Pride Network
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Network
Neurodiversity Network.

We encourage all staff to join a network.

Who we work with

We are members of:

Australian Breastfeeding Association – Health is a best-practice accredited Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and continues to provide a workplace that supports a family friendly environment which enables employees to balance breastfeeding and work responsibilities.
Australian Disability Network – a national organisation that helps employers to welcome people with disability in all aspects of business.
Diversity Council of Australia – an independent not-for-profit peak body leading diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Pride in Diversity – an employer support program for all aspects of LGBTQ workplace inclusion. Health has achieved Gold Employer status through the Australian Workplace Equality Index, a national benchmarking tool on LGBTQ workplace inclusion.
Reconciliation Australia – a support organisation that promotes and facilitates respect, trust and positive relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider Australian community.