In the evolving retail landscape, fostering workplaces that are unbiased, inclusive, and supportive of diverse backgrounds is not only the right thing to do—it’s essential for growth, innovation, and customer
Last week, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), in partnership with REST, hosted the Employee Relations (ER) Breakfast in Melbourne, an event focused on one of the most pressing issues facing
The ARA recently sat down with IKEA Australia Sustainability Manager, Renea Robson, to understand the secrets behind their wins at the recent ARA Retail Awards, recognising IKEA’s excellence in Sustainability
In today’s increasingly globalised world, the movement of people has become quite normalised. In fact, I myself, am a recent migrant to Australia. Migrant workers play a crucial role in
One in five (1 in 5) Australians has a disability, of which 80-90% are not immediately obvious to others. Furthermore, an estimated 20% of the population identify as neurodivergent: people
Champion gender equality with ARA’s latest member resource In a significant step towards addressing gender disparities in the retail industry, the ARA today launched the Gender Equality Playbook. This comprehensive
Join us for a special R U OK? Day webinar tailored for ARA members. This insightful session will cover essential signs to watch for in mental health, the support resources
NAIDOC Week is an annual celebration recognising and honoring the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The week-long event not only serves as a time
Last week marked another important moment in our collective efforts to build a more inclusive retail sector, with our third annual Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Symposium, co-hosted with ARA
National Reconciliation Week, between 27 May and 3 June each year, provides an important opportunity to reflect on Australia’s reconciliation journey – for our nation, our communities and our sector.
