Our vision, as the heart of government, is to foster a workplace where everyone belongs and model a workforce that represents the community we serve.
Our purpose is to make a difference so South Australia thrives. To achieve this, it is necessary to ensure that government policies, programs and services are inclusive for all South Australians.
What is diversity and inclusion?
Diversity is about what makes each individual unique. A diverse workplace is one that is made up of individuals with a wide range of characteristics, experiences, professional skills and perspectives shaped by cultural background, ethnicity, disability, age, sex, gender, sexuality and socio-economic background.
Intersectionality refers to a way of seeing people’s experiences as shaped by (but not limited to) their combination of diverse backgrounds all at the same time. The point of understanding intersectionality is to understand the variety of privileges and/or forms of discrimination or exclusion that one may experience simultaneously at any given time (for example, as a result of having English as a second language and disability together).
Inclusion occurs when everyone feels valued, respected and that they belong. It is about embracing our collective diversity and removing attitudinal, behavioural and physical barriers so that everyone is heard, has equal access to opportunities, and is empowered to participate and contribute their skills and perspectives.
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