POLICY LIBARY
Navigating Change through our Gender Equity Policy Library
POLICIES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Welcome to our Policy Library - the exclusive member access only library that houses a wealth of knowledge and resources to support your organisation's gender equity journey. Our library is home to a diverse collection of gender equity policies, strategies, and tools contributed by members of our community who are committed to creating equitable and inclusive workplaces.
As a member, you have access to these invaluable resources to learn, share, and collaborate with other like-minded organisations to develop and advance your own gender equity policies.
The Policy Library is an exclusive member-access only platform, and the information contained herein is intended solely for the use of our members. We kindly request that our members respect this confidentiality and refrain from sharing or disseminating any of the information or resources contained in the Policy Library with non-members. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the integrity and value of this community-driven resource.
DIRECTORY
BEHAVIOUR STANDARDS AND POLICIES
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These policies outline expected behaviour standards and the consequences for non-compliance. They provide guidelines for employees on how to maintain a safe and respectful workplace, including addressing discrimination, harassment, and bullying.
CODES OF CONDUCT
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These policies outline expected behaviour standards and the consequences for non-compliance. They provide guidelines for employees on how to maintain a safe and respectful workplace, including addressing discrimination, harassment, and bullying.
CONTACT OFFICER INFORMATION
The Contact Officer Information policies provide details of contact officers who are trained to assist employees who may be experiencing workplace issues. These officers provide support and guidance on how to address and resolve concerns, and are a key point of contact for employees who need assistance and guidance on what other services can assist to resolve the issue.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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This policy outlines the organisation's commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and the steps it takes to promote equal employment opportunities. It includes strategies for recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce, and addressing systemic barriers to equality.
FAMILY AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE POLICIES
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This policy provides support and resources to employees who may be experiencing family or domestic violence. It outlines the organization's commitment to providing a safe and supportive workplace, and the steps it takes to assist employees who may be affected by violence or abuse. The policy includes information on leave entitlements, flexible work arrangements, and access to counselling and other support services.
GENDER BIAS TOOLS
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These policies that can be used to identify and address gender bias in the workplace. They may include assessments, guidelines, and training programs aimed at creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment for all employees.
HUMAN RIGHTS POLICIES
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These policies that can be used to outline an organisation's commitment to respecting and protecting the fundamental human rights of all individuals. They may cover topics such as non-discrimination, equal opportunity, and the right to a safe and healthy work environment.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY POLICIES
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These policies that can be used to outline an organisation's commitment to respecting and protecting the fundamental human rights of all individuals. They may cover topics such as non-discrimination, equal opportunity, and the right to a safe and healthy work environment.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY STRATEGIES & PLANS
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These policies cover creating comprehensive long-term plans for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. They may include recruitment and retention goals, training programs, and leadership development initiatives.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY POSITION STATEMENTS
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These policies cover making public declarations of an organisation's commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. They may include the organisation's core values, mission, and vision for creating a more inclusive workplace culture.
INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE GUIDE
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Words@Work - LGBTI
Aurecon
Words@Work - Gender
Aurecon
Questions to open up the conversation on gender equity - Julia Ewert
Julia Ewert
Inclusive Language Guide
ECU
These policies cover promoting language that is respectful and inclusive of all individuals, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, or other characteristics. They may include guidelines for writing and speaking in a manner that is sensitive to different cultural backgrounds and identities.
PARENTAL LEAVE POLICIES
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These policies cover the provisions for leave and benefits for employees who become parents. They may include maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies, as well as flexible work arrangements and other support for employees balancing work and caregiving responsibilities.
PEOPLE POLICIES
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These policies cover the overall management of an organisation's workforce, including recruitment, training and development, performance management, and employee benefits.
PROCUREMENT POLICIES
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These policies show how to incorporate gender equity expectations and KPIs into procurement contracts. You can use your purchasing power to improve gender equity in your supply chain and your own organisation.
PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY
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These policies cover the procedures for reporting and addressing concerns about unethical or illegal behaviour within an organization. They may include protections for whistle-blowers from retaliation and guidelines for investigating and addressing reported issues.
QUESTIONS FOR OPENING UP THE CONVERSATION OF GENDER EQUITY
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These questions are to be asked when opening up the conversation and should be used informally. They can be used during formal meetings specifically curated for this topic, or when a situation arises that you are curious about.
WORKPLACE HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION AND BULLYING POLICIES
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These policies cover the prevention and management of workplace harassment, discrimination, and bullying. They may include training programs, reporting procedures, and consequences for violations of the policy.
WHISTLER- BLOWER POLICIES
These policies cover the procedures for reporting and addressing concerns about unethical or illegal behaviour within an organisation. They may include protections for whistle-blowers from retaliation and guidelines for investigating and addressing reported issues.
GENDER TRANSITION SUPPORT
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These policies that can be used to support your employees who are transitioning. These provide guidelines not a step by step procedure as every individual has a unique journey and experience. These resources include support, an engagement plan and supporting guidelines from Pride in Diversity.
FLEXIBLE WORKING GUIDES
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This policy provides support and resources to employees working remotely.