The true value of Diversity and Inclusion can be hard to envision, and harder still to unleash. The Diversity and Inclusion Forum is dedicated to better understanding and unlocking this value by drawing on the shared experiences of Diversity and Inclusion Leaders from some the nation’s most respected businesses. The Forum secures national and global speakers of unmatched quality and immense authority to advance this crucial dialogue, providing delegates with practical, case-based insight into advancing and refining their diversity and inclusion programmes.
The Business Case for Diversity and Inclusion: Exerting Influence over the Corporate Agenda
For too long, the business case for diversity and inclusion has been eclipsed by competing priorities in the corporate agenda. Now, as we emerge through the pandemic and face renewed pressure to secure creative advantage, businesses are looking to capture the value that a robust diversity and inclusion programme provides. In this strategic Session, we will hear how leaders are raising the internal profile of diversity and inclusion, aligning values with tangible outcomes to build business resilience.
Across the Board: Addressing Bias and Inequality
A sound diversity and inclusion programme requires strong structural foundations and constant renewal. This Session inspects the barebones of diversity and inclusion models to improve their effectiveness and reliability. From data collection and integration processes through to inclusive pipeline strategies, we will identify the practices leading businesses have adopted to create a comprehensive diversity and inclusion programme. Together, we will challenge ourselves to move beyond minimum standards and compliance to create true value for individuals and the business as a collective.
Choosing to Change
Action Beyond Rhetoric: Creating a Truly Inclusive Culture
Conversations around diversity and inclusion risk spiraling into the ambiguous terrain of cultural hearsay. This Session represents a controlled descent, a platform for better understanding the connection between diversity and inclusion and culture, for identifying and eliminating structural barriers to a unified and authentic workforce. From embedding transparent communication structures through to empowering individuals at every stage of the corporate hierarchy to lead in diversity and inclusion, we will explore the practical steps businesses can take to create an enviable workplace environment.
Going Beyond the Buzzwords: Embedding D & I Into The Organisation
Individuals not Assets: Improving Employee Wellbeing
The pandemic uprooted deeply entrenched social behaviours and patterns of work. In the midst of this change, business vulnerabilities were exposed, as were our own personal vulnerabilities, as individuals and as colleagues. Now, as we emerge through the pandemic, leaders have an opportunity to ensure that the positive strides taken towards adopting a wider, more authentic perspective on employee wellbeing come to full fruition. This Session charts the path businesses can take to translate a wholistic vision of employee experience and wellbeing into sustainable, reliable, and authentic practices as our operating environment corrects.
The future of Diversity & Inclusion: How to achieve a sense of belonging for your staff
The Diversity and Inclusion Forum is driven by an ambitious business agenda, and our audience is screened for seniority to ensure you are networking the minds shaping business.
Our limited keynote and moderated panel speaking opportunities will effectively embed you in this top-end business community. Digital and physical brand activations, as well as consultations in dedicated activation spaces further enable you to engage with this decision-making audience.
As a marketing platform to demonstrate expertise, credibility and grow your business with leading financial executives, the Diversity and Inclusion Forum offers unrivalled cut-through.
Call the RACV Club on (03) 9944 8888 and reference BBID#9841526 for a discounted rate on accommodation.
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COVID 19 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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We are continuously following the advice of the Australian Department of Health. The health and safety of our delegates, partners and staff remains our number one priority.
Health and Safety Measures in place include:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What’s included in my delegate pass?
A Delegate Pass includes access to all sessions, refreshment breaks, networking lunches, and access to provided speaker presentations.
What’s included in my digital pass (only applicable for digital events)?
A digital pass is valid for the use of 1 user and provides access to live content, inclusive of all keynotes, and sessions. The pass also includes access to post event content and select speaker presentations, this will be available to you via email in the week following the event. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. Access must not be shared by multiple user’s or redistributed in any way. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny access to anyone who is found violating the above terms.
Is there a group booking discount?
Yes – groups of 3 people or more are entitled to a discount. Full discount information is available on our registration page. If you have any questions about how group bookings work, please contact [email protected]
Can I transfer my pass?
A delegate pass is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. A substitute delegate is welcome at any time prior to the event, provided the request is made in writing to [email protected]
How do I receive my delegate pass?
Following the completion of your registration and payment, you will receive an email confirmation. We will contact you via email one week before the event to provide final information regarding your participation. Delegate badges and all event material will be provided upon arrival at the event – nothing will be sent in the post.
Is media registration available?
No, this is a closed and confidential event. Media registrations are not available.
Cancellation Policy:
A full refund less a $250 (GST Inclusive) processing fee is applicable on cancellation requests made in writing within 10 days of registration. No refunds are available for cancellations made more than 10 days after registration. Where Connect Media is required to reschedule the event in the interest of the event partner’s and guests, your pass will be automatically transferred to the rescheduled dates. Should Connect Media be unable to offer, deliver or fulfil any engagement within 12 months, you will be entitled to a full refund.
What is a Service Provider?
A service provider refers to an individual or organisation who supplies products and/or services to the primary audience of retail industry.
Service providers may only have one representative at the event. A delegate pass is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. All service providers who apply for a pass will be reviewed internally before a registration is completed.
Will there be a delegate list available?
No, Connect Media does not provide delegate lists to attendees
Delegate Pass:
Delegate Pass includes access to all sessions, refreshment breaks, networking lunches, networking drinks reception, and access to approved speaker presentations/on demand content. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. One delegate ticket is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny entry to anyone not registered.
Digital Pass (only applicable for digital events):
A digital pass is valid for the use of 1 user and provides access to live content, inclusive of all keynotes, and sessions. The pass also includes access to approved speaker presentations/on demand content; this will be available to you via email in the week following the event. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. Access must not be shared by multiple user’s or redistributed in any way. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny access to anyone who is found violating the above terms.
Payment & Discounts:
Payment of invoice is due within 7 days of registration. A 3% surcharge is payable for all credit card transactions. Only one promotional discount code can be applied per registrant. Payment in full is required by the first day of the event. Please note: Registrations made within 7 days of the event can only be paid via credit card. All prices and promotions are valid at the time of purchase only and may not be redeemed after the point of purchase.
Organiser’s Rights:
Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd endeavours to ensure the conference programme and speaker line-up is correct at the time of the event. All advertised details are correct at time of publishing. Due to unforeseen circumstances Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd reserves the right to alter the programme prior to the event without notice. We also reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event. Where Connect Media is unable to run the event in the next 12 months (from the date of the event), you will be entitled to a full refund. In the unlikely event that it is cancelled or postponed, no compensation will be provided for cancelled/amended travel arrangements.
Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd reserves the right to deny access to any individual that engages in or is alleged to engage in practices that are considered unprofessional and inappropriate for a business conference. We reserve the right to deny access to delegates that may affect the client / vendor ratio of attendance in favour of the interests of sponsors and commercial partners of the event.
In registering for this event, delegates grant permission to Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd to take and to have full and free use of video/photographs containing their image/likeness for promotional use. Should a delegate not agree to the above image release, they must advise [email protected].
Cancellation Policy:
A substitute delegate is welcome at any time provided the request is made in writing. A full refund less a $250 (GST Inclusive) processing fee is applicable on cancellation requests made in writing within 10 days of registration. No refunds are available for cancellations made more than 10 days after registration. Where Connect Media is required to reschedule the event in the interest of the event partner’s and guests, your pass will be automatically transferred to the rescheduled dates. Should you be provided with a credit note at the discretion of the event organisers, this credit is valid for the specified amount of passes, and not the monetary value. Should Connect Media be unable to offer, deliver or fulfil any engagement within 12 months, you will be entitled to a full refund.
Covid Safety:
Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd requests all participants present an official vaccination certificate in order to gain entry to event.
Event Delivery:
In case of a change in government restrictions and advice, Connect Media reserves the right to make the decision to deliver the event completely digital, or completely in person. Should you hold a different pass, you are entitled to move your registration to digital/in person, or receive a credit for the following edition of the event.
Privacy Disclosure:
We take your privacy seriously. Information collected on this registration will be held in the strictest of confidence on a secure database. This information may be used in order to contact you regarding future events, product development and services offered. If you do not wish to be contacted please email [email protected]. To view our full privacy policy please visit: http://connectmedia.com/privacy-policy/.
