Musings

CHANGE HABITS

Having moved recently with my family from Melbourne to Perth, I have noticed the difference we all have in adapting to change. What is really interesting is the difference between my personal and professional levels….

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CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE

While there are always two sides to every story, the situation that occurred recently in Melbourne with an Indigenous elder highlights the importance of Cultural Intelligence. It also shows the mis-steps individuals and organisations often…

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HARMONY WEEK

The 21st March was International day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. In Australia this day falls during Harmony week, a celebration of diversity of the nation. While the name may make it easier to…

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BURNOUT

It was reported recently in Australia that burnout is becoming more and more frequent. Burn out can be described as “ a special type of work-related stress — a state of physical or emotional exhaustion…

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Today being International Women’s Day, I thought I would share the Diversity Council Australia’s recent report on Culturally and Racially Marginalised women. It highlights the complex nature of inclusiveness and the importance of an intersectional…

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CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF MICROAGGRESSIONS

It is well known in the D&I world, that the cumulative effect of microaggressions can be very damaging. When speaking about inclusion, I usually define it as – recognizing, respecting and accommodating human differences. Similarly,…

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