Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee
Ever heard of Ellen Swallow Richards?
You might never have heard of Ellen Swallow Richards, but her work in water quality analysis and sanitation engineering was both pioneering and game changing. Discover the true story of this amazing woman in Tanya Ha’s latest article. Read more
Read MoreIncreased representation and opportunities
Many Victorian water corporations have established traineeships or internships to encourage and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people into water sector jobs. While there is still more work to be done, increased representation on water corporation boards is providing greater visibility of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the industry, and leadership cultural…
Read MoreCreating an Inclusive Environment
The focus for industry action is on creating safe and inclusive workplaces that make employees feel confident and comfortable to identify as LGBTIQ+. Water corporations are doing this through a combination of awareness training, celebration days, and executive sponsorship. All 19 water corporations supported the launch of the Pride in Water network. The value of…
Read MoreFlexible workplaces supporting parents and carers
The link between having caring responsibilities and having flexible work arrangements is not always clearly identified. However all Victorian water corporations have established policies and procedures around parental or carers’ leave which is a relevant indicator of industry progress. In addition, some water corporations have specific programs in place to support employees on extended carers’…
Read MoreMore focus needed to reach targets
Despite the progress that has been achieved to date, we know that a more dedicated focus is needed if the industry is to reach the 10% collective target for disability. Work is progressing through VicWater to set up ‘WaterAble’, a network for people with disabilities and their allies to promote and support disability inclusion and…
Read MorePride in Water at Midsumma
Celebrating LGBTIQ+ inclusion in the water industry On Sunday 2 February we joined around 60 people in the first industry-wide contingent at the 25th annual Midsumma Pride March in St Kilda. With our brand new Pride in Water t-shirts and banner, you can see we made quite a splash! The Pride in Water network is…
Read MoreMarch with us at Midsumma 2020
Join Pride in Water for the very first water industry wide contingent at the Midsumma Pride March, 2020. Pride in Water are very excited to join water authorities across Victoria to walk proudly in Midsumma Pride. Bring your work colleagues, your family and friends to be part of this historic event Sunday 2 February 2020. For more details…
Read MoreWaterAble Network
Are you interested in helping to establish a network for people with disabilities and their allies in the water industry? Work is progressing through VicWater to set up WaterAble. The purpose of this network is to promote and support disability inclusion and employment in the water industry. It is also to encourage collaboration and peer…
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