Overview
Join a network that inspires and supports Australian workplaces to thrive.
Workplaces thrive when they are welcoming and embrace diversity, benefiting from:
- Increased Productivity. Employees who are welcomed, included and have a sense of belonging are more engaged, motivated and collaborative.
- Increased Retention. Workplaces that foster inclusivity have lower turnover rates because employees feel valued, can identify opportunities for progression, and are committed to contributing to the organisation’s success.
- Improved Reputation. Workplaces known for their welcoming culture can enhance their brand, increase customer loyalty and foster positive community relationships.
- Enhanced Compliance. Promoting a welcoming environment and engaging with a network of like-minded workplaces can ease the burden of navigating and adhering to various regulations.
- Improved Employee Wellbeing. A welcoming workplace can reduce work-related stress and advance a safe and healthy workforce.
The Workplace Readiness Regional Pilot aims to enhance workforce attraction and retention in the Western Downs and Toowoomba regions by fostering inclusive environments for all stakeholders. Focusing on employer and community readiness, cultural safety, and work visa architecture, the project utilises data-informed analysis and workforce mapping to identify strengths and gaps. Key activities include a Regional Workforce Summit to engage stakeholders and collaborative strategy development.
The initiative emphasises knowledge sharing, partnership development, celebrating success, and establishing standards for cultural diversity and inclusion in workplaces. It seeks to create a network of recognised ‘employers of choice’ and publicly celebrate innovative practices. This project offers partners a valuable opportunity to engage in dialogue, share leading practice, and collaboratively address workforce attraction and retention challenges.
The two-year pilot runs from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2026.
For Employers
Businesses that join the pilot are committed to being welcoming and inclusive workplaces. The project team supports each business with a data- and evidence-based, individualised support plan.
Businesses can access a network of like-minded workplaces, receive workplace insights, and be supported in meeting their workforce attraction and retention needs.
Job Seekers and Job Service providers are connected with the employers to assist them with employment pathways.
Partnering providers offer relevant training, courses and resources to support employment pathways and employee retention.
Intended outcomes
- Supporting 20 businesses, 1000 employees and 500 Jobseekers in 2 years
- Supporting 275 jobseekers to successfully gain employment by the completion of the delivery period of the project
- Increased industry or employer retention and/or participation rates
- Convening a regional workforce Summit
Join Us! (Tab Heading)
Being part of the Workplace Readiness Regional Pilot is easy. Interested businesses simply need to:
- Express your interest by emailing us at wrrp@welcoming.org.au
- Meet with our team to gain a deeper understanding of the project
- Sign up to be a part of the project!
Contact
For further information, please contact:
email: wrrp@welcoming.org.au
phone: 07 3160 3793
The Workplace Readiness Regional Pilot is funded through the Workforce Connect Fund, powered by Queensland Government’s Good people. Good jobs: Queensland Workforce Strategy 2022-2032.
