Diversity and Inclussion

Investigating issues of equity, diversity and gender in employment relating to legislative, social and economic concerns

In recent years, increasing diversity amongst workers and managers, including gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age and (dis)ability, has had major implications for organisational policies and practices. This has coincided with increased government and organisational commitment to managing and supporting diversity and promoting climates of inclusion.

Our research leads the way in assessing how diversity and inclusion policies and practices influence fairness and innovation in workplaces, workplace cultures, employee wellbeing, and the level of support for broader societal change.

Areas of research

Equity and diversity programs in organisations
Ethnicity and employment
Gender equity in universities
Indigenous employment and identity

Insecure employment in universities
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) expatriate workers
Migrants’ employment

Precarious and vulnerable workers
Professional women
Women and unions
Work and family

Members undertaking research in this area

Professor Catherine Cassell (Adjunct member)
Professor Fang Lee Cooke (Adjunct member)
Professor Pauline Dibben (Adjunct member)
Dr Maria Khan

Project Highllight

Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability

Griffith University has established Inclusive Futures: Reimagining Disability, an interdisciplinary alliance of people with disability, researchers, designers and educators, as well as health and social services providers, industry and government bodies.

Inclusive Futures seeks to deliver innovative solutions and shape policy to improve quality of life—through sport and recreation, education and work, and communities that promote health, wellbeing and social connection.

If you are looking to become a more inclusive workplace, Professor Paula Brough and our team of research professionals can provide expert advice and training. Find out more here.