Inclusive Employer Guide

A Workplace Guide for Employers

In today’s diverse and dynamic work environment, creating an inclusive and accessible workplace is a legal obligation and also a strategic advantage. By fostering a culture of inclusivity, you can unlock the full potential of your workforce, drive innovation, and enhance your company’s reputation. This guide will help you understand the benefits of an inclusive workplace, provide simple steps for implementation, and highlight the importance of partnering with job service providers who support employers and job seekers.

Benefits of an Inclusive and Accessible Workplace

Enhanced Innovation and Creativity: Diverse teams bring different perspectives and ideas, leading to more creative solutions and innovative products. Read more – intrapreneurnation.com/innovation.
Improved Employee Morale and Retention: Inclusive workplaces lead to higher job satisfaction and lower turnover rates as employees feel valued and respected. Read more – leapin.com.au/resources.
Broader Talent Pool: Accessibility and inclusivity open the door to a wider range of candidates, helping you find the best talent. Learn more about our disability service: TURSA can help with this.
Increased Market Reach: Understanding and catering to diverse customer needs can expand your market reach and improve customer satisfaction.
Legal Compliance: Adhering to accessibility and inclusion laws helps avoid legal issues and fosters a fair workplace environment.

Steps to Implement Inclusivity and Accessibility

Assess Your Current Practices
- Download this PDF to conduct an accessibility audit of your workplace. Evaluate physical spaces, digital resources, and company policies.
- Use tools like the Designing an accessible workplace – Australian Disability Network at australiandisabilitynetwork.org.au for guidance on assessing digital and physical accessibility.
Develop Inclusive Policies
- Create or update your Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE) and anti-discrimination policies with an EEO Template. employmenthero.com/resources
- Implement guidelines for accommodating employees with disabilities. Refer to https://humanrights.gov.au/ Australian Human Rights Commission’s resources for detailed guidance.
Provide Training and Awareness
- Offer regular training on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to all employees.
- Utilize resources such as the dewr.gov.au/career-revive/resources/inclusive-recruitment-toolkit Australian Government’s Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit to raise awareness about unconscious biases and promote DEI practices.
Enhance Accessibility
- Ensure physical spaces are accessible, including ramps, elevators, and restrooms. Follow the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) Accessibility Guidelines for compliance.
- Optimize your digital content for screen readers and other assistive technologies. Use the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 to ensure your website and digital resources are accessible.

Helpful Links and Templates

Access-and-inclusion-checklist-for-businesses PDF download
Accessibility Toolkit – Australian Network on Disability
https://www.digital.nsw.gov.au/article/wcag-22-finally-here-heres-what-you-need-to-know
Inclusive Policy Template – Australian Government
Disability Discrimination Act
https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/disability-rights/disability-standards
(DDA) Accessibility Guidelines PDF download
Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit – Australian Government
https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/employers/toolkits-guidelines-and-other-resources
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG21/quickref/

Partnering with TURSA for Success

To truly excel in creating an inclusive and accessible workplace, partnering with a job service provider like TURSA can make a significant difference. TURSA specialises in:

Recruitment and Placement: TURSA connects you with a diverse pool of candidates and provides expert guidance on inclusive hiring practices.
Training and Resources: They offer comprehensive training programs and resources to help you implement and sustain effective inclusivity practices.
Customised Support: TURSA tailors their services to meet your specific needs, offering ongoing support and practical solutions to ensure both employer and employee success.

By working with TURSA, you gain access to a partner that understands the intricacies of fostering inclusivity and accessibility. Their expertise can help you achieve sustainable employment solutions, drive business growth, and create a workplace where everyone thrives.

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The information provided here is general in nature only and does not constitute business financial or legal advice. The information has been prepared without taking into account your business objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any of this information, you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your business objectives, financial/legal situation and needs.