ASC recognises that diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace leads to a productive, innovative, high-performing and engaged workforce.
To this end, we’ve developed a number of initiatives that nurture a culture of trust, respect and belonging, helping every ASC staff member to feel recognised, valued and safe being their whole, authentic selves.
Together as One
ASC’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives are grouped within the Together as One program. These initiatives focus on engagement and advocacy for people of all cultures, backgrounds, identities and experiences. Together as One supports employee-led groups, initiatives and communities that help strengthen inclusion, connection and belonging across ASC.
The company’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is reflected in its corporate value of Respect.
Respecting Indigenous culture
ASC acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters on or near ASC’s operations in South Australia and Western Australia: the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains and the Whadjuk Noongar people of Perth’s Swan Coastal Plain. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging, and extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia.
Our aim is to build strong and lasting relationships with the communities in which we work, based on mutual understanding, trust and respect, and free from discrimination.
We’re committed to providing opportunities for our team members to connect and learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture, and providing opportunities for better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples – ultimately helping to build a better future for all Australians.
Reconciliation Action Plan
In 2021, we implemented ASC’s first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Reflect, and embedded the plan’s actions across the organisation. That RAP provided us with a framework to contribute to reconciliation, both within the organisation and with our wider communities in South Australia and Western Australia.
Continuing our reconciliation journey, we launched our second RAP, Innovate, in 2023, further cementing ASC’s organisational culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Aligning with our core PRIDE values of protect, respect, integrity, discipline and excellence, our first Innovate RAP focused on three key areas:
- building relationships through community engagement, and building awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within our organisation;
- building respect and creating a culturally safe environment by embedding cultural awareness and understanding amongst our staff; and
- creating opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through employment, community engagement and business capability.
ASC is developing its second Innovate RAP, building on the progress and learnings from our previous Innovate RAP and reinforcing our commitment to reconciliation.
The new Innovate RAP is expected to launch in late 2026 and will be guided by a newly established RAP Working Group. Bringing together representatives from across the business, the group will help drive implementation of RAP commitments, monitor progress, and support meaningful and sustainable change across ASC.
EMPLOYER OF CHOICE FOR ALL WOMEN
ASC is recognised by WORK180 as an Endorsed Employer of Choice for all Women and was recognised in its Top 101 Workplaces list in 2026.
This recognition reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people of all genders have equitable access to opportunities, development and leadership pathways.
Through our policies, programs and workplace practices, we continue to support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth and a culture of belonging for all employees.
ENHANCING lGBTQIA+ INCLUSIVITY
Everyone has the right to be their whole, authentic selves at work, without fear of discrimination or prejudice. Understanding and respecting each other’s differences is essential to creating a culture and environment in which everyone feels welcome, safe and valued.
Recognising this, ASC has partnered with national not-for-profit organisation Pride in Diversity to enhance all aspects of workplace inclusion for LGBTQIA+ team members (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, a-sexual and other diverse genders or sexual orientations).
Through this partnership, ASC is implementing a range of initiatives, training and resources to support its LGBTQIA+ community, increase awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues more broadly, and create a safe and inclusive workplace for all.
SUPPORTING DISABILITY INCLUSION
ASC’s membership of the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network and the Australian Disability Network reflects our commitment to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported and understood. We recognise that every person’s experience is different and are committed to building awareness, understanding and inclusion across our workforce.
