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The Academic Women’s Career Acceleration Program (AWCAP) is a targeted initiative designed to support women at Levels C and D in navigating the promotion process to Associate Professor and Professor within the ���������¼� Business School. Unlike general development programs, AWCAP is a strategic intervention aligned with ���������¼�’s 2025 gender equity targets. Through focused conversations, tailored training, and a strong commitment to valuing participants’ time, AWCAP empowers women to take the next step in their academic careers.

Achieve is a professional development program at ���������¼� Business School designed to support early-career female academics at Levels B and C. Launched in 2024, Achieve equips participants with the tools and confidence to thrive in their academic careers. Through a series of workshops, seminars, and coaching sessions, the program addresses well-documented challenges such as the gender confidence gap, imposter syndrome, and the double-bind dilemma. By investing in the growth of our female academics, Achieve contributes to ���������¼�’s broader mission of inclusive, responsible leadership and transformative learning opportunities, empowering women to define and pursue their own career goals.

Achieve Together – Female Advisory Group��is a new initiative at ���������¼� Business School designed to empower and support female academics in their career development and wellbeing. Led by seven distinguished senior female Professors from across the School, the group offers tailored guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for collaboration. Whether you're seeking advice on research, teaching, leadership, or navigating professional challenges, Achieve Together provides a trusted network of experienced academics committed to helping you thrive. This initiative fosters a supportive environment where female academics can connect, grow, and achieve together.

The EDI team, in partnership with the Business School FED team, offer dynamic development opportunities designed to empower our professional staff to communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Through the bespoke masterclass, participants explore how their communication is experienced by others, strengthen their vocal and physical presence, and learn how visibility can be a strategic tool for career progression. Staff are also encouraged to articulate their “why” behind their work, fostering more memorable and impactful conversations. These half day development sessions are facilitated by��Noa Sheer, a negotiation expert and scholar, and��Josephine O'Reilly, a��Presence Leadership Authenticity and Communications Coach.

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���������¼� Business School is committed to fostering a culture of wellbeing, inclusion and connection through a vibrant calendar of faculty-focused events. From mindfulness meditation with Indigenous chocolate makers to interactive climate change simulations, our wellbeing series offers diverse opportunities for staff to engage, reflect, and recharge. Highlights include sessions for Pride Month, R U OK? Day, and Indigenous Business Month, Wear it Purple and International Women's Day, alongside creative workshops like Paint & Sip and cultural retreats at Yula-Punaal. These initiatives are designed to support mental, physical, and social wellbeing, while strengthening community and collaboration across academic and professional staff. With strong participation and overwhelmingly positive feedback, the monthly Faculty Wellbeing Program continues to evolve as a cornerstone of our EDI strategy and 2025+ vision.

As part of ���������¼� Business School’s commitment to fostering a healthy and inclusive workplace, the EDI team provides each of our x8 schools dedicated funding to design and deliver tailored wellbeing initiatives for their staff. These programs ranged from mini massages, therapy dog visits, and creative team bonding sessions to guided forest walks, Pilates classes, and sustainable gift packs. Schools also host events like “Bring Your Dog to Work Day,” wellbeing afternoon teas, and Mental Health First Aid training. These locally led activations empowered teams to connect, recharge, and build a stronger sense of community, while aligning with the Business School’s broader EDI goals and 2025+ Strategy. The diversity of offerings reflects the unique needs and cultures of each School, ensuring wellbeing is both meaningful and accessible.