Australia has a unique and varied society, and we pride ourselves on being a nation that embraces people from many different walks of life. Given how synonymous our country has become with diversity, it stands to reason that the legal industry is reflective of our national demographics. Numerous research over the years has identified the various benefits that a diverse and inclusive work culture will yield. From retaining high performing talent to improved productivity and increased organisational competitiveness and growth. However, despite their best intentions, some workplaces might be unintentionally hindering diversity and inclusion (D&I). In this edition of The Practitioner Playbook, we delve into the important role that D&I plays within the legal industry and how we can foster proactive workplaces that embrace any age, culture, caring responsibility, disability status, indigeneity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and more.
