{"id":24991,"date":"2024-05-29T15:20:18","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T05:20:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=24991"},"modified":"2024-06-04T09:16:53","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T23:16:53","slug":"learn-about-workplace-inclusivity-this-national-reconciliation-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/learn-about-workplace-inclusivity-this-national-reconciliation-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn About Workplace Inclusivity this National Reconciliation Week"},"content":{"rendered":"

This National Reconciliation Week, we want to shine a light on inclusivity in the workplace. To be frank, there\u2019s nothing more important! We spend a <\/span>lot <\/span><\/i>of our life at work, and thus, our working environments need to empower everyone to be their true selves.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By discussing the importance of indigenous opportunities, supportive practices and indigenous career opportunities, we want to guide you to do your bit for inclusivity and notice when things in the workplace aren\u2019t quite right.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Importance of Indigenous Opportunities<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Indigenous and First Nations people are making brilliant contributions to Australia\u2019s workforce, yet they <\/span>aren\u2019t receiving equal opportunities<\/span><\/a> due to additional barriers to their work and study.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Workforces that choose to employ an inclusive hiring strategy benefit from different perspectives, experience and knowledge. What\u2019s more, a diverse workplace fosters higher levels of cultural awareness; it\u2019s a win-win situation!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re an indigenous job seeker, a great resource to check out is our <\/span>First Nations-focused employer pages<\/span><\/a>. Who knows, you might just find your dream job there!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Support Your Indigenous Coworkers<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re not indigenous yourself but want to get educated on how to best support your indigenous colleagues, good on you! Education is the first step towards inclusivity and understanding. To get you started, we\u2019ve put together a list of ways that you can make sure your indigenous coworkers feel heard and supported. What\u2019s more, these tips work outside the workplace too!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Educate Yourself on Indigenous Australian Culture<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most vital means of supporting your Indigenous coworkers is though self-directed education on their culture and history. For example, all Australians should be familiar with an Acknowledgement of Country, but not all of us understand why it\u2019s so important. Shelly Reys has released <\/span>an incredible TED talk<\/span><\/a> on the subject, and we highly recommend tuning in; it\u2019s incredibly important to understand why recognising the traditional custodians of the land is so vital.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Get Involved with Local Community Events and Reconciliation Efforts<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

By dedicating your time to attending designated reconciliation events, you\u2019re not only educating yourself on prevalent Indigenous issues; you\u2019re also showing support for your colleague\u2019s culture. There are plenty of opportunities coming up this National Reconciliation Week, and you can find them all on <\/span>Reconciliation Australia\u2019s website<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Support Indigenous Artists and Businesses<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Whether this means attending an Indigenous art show or shopping from local indigenous retailers, supporting Indigenous creators and sellers is a fantastic way to contribute to economic development. If you\u2019re social media savvy, it\u2019s great to post about Indigenous businesses too. Who knows, you might just send some more customers their way!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Create a Safe Space for Your Coworkers to Share Their Experiences<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

By demonstrating kindness, empathy and openness, you\u2019ll foster a safe environment where open dialogues can take place about sensitive issues. You want to make sure your coworkers know that you have their backs and that they can come to you with any problems they might be having. If they do so, make sure you practice active listening and offer to help in any way you can.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember that this is by no means an exhaustive list; it\u2019s just a way to get you started. Just as reconciliation must be a consistent effort, support must be too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Bright<\/h2>\n

Inclusivity in the Workplace\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s be real for a second; if a workplace isn\u2019t inclusive, it\u2019s toxic. A positive working environment is one where all employees can be themselves by embracing their culture (and anything else that makes them unique)!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

None of us want to work in un-inclusive environments, so we\u2019ve put together a list of green flags and red flags to look out for when you\u2019re on your next job hunt:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Green Flags\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n