Get in touch
555-555-5555
mymail@mailservice.com

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)

At Davidson, we believe diversity drives innovation, inclusion fosters belonging, and equity empowers success. We are committed to creating a workplace and partnerships that embrace differences, celebrate uniqueness, and ensure equal opportunities for all.

  • Leadership development
    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion icon

    Inclusive Leadership Forum

  • Policy enhancements
    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion icon

    WGEA Reporting

  • Top 50 Public Sector women initiative
    A logo for the top 50 public sector women in 2023.

    Davidson pioneered the ‘Top 50 Public Sector Women Awards’ in 2017 (now co-managed with IPAA), recognising over 400 exceptional women in NSW and VIC at all levels of government – Commonwealth, State and Local.

  • Collaboration with diversity council Australia
    A red icon of two hands shaking each other on a white background.

    Partnering with Diversity Council Australia provides us with best practices and expertise, helping us create an environment where every individual feels valued.

  • Commitment to quality and fairness
    An orange shield with a check mark inside of it.

     Our ISO 9001 accreditation reflects our dedication to high standards in recruitment, ensuring fairness and transparency in every process.  

  • Accessibility
    A red icon of an office chair with wheels on a white background.

    In line with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, our offices offer wheelchair-accessible pathways, high-contrast signage, and unisex accessible restrooms. Davidson’s website and job board include accessibility features to support users with disabilities. We provide tailored assistance, such as interpreters, advocates, alternative submission methods, and offsite interviews for candidates with physical, intellectual, or psychological disabilities.

A logo for yalari educating indigenous children. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Davidson

Davidson’s enduring commitment to Yalari
Empowering Indigenous youth through education

Davidson has a longstanding and deep-rooted partnership with Yalari, having been involved since 2011.

Yalari is dedicated to providing quality education opportunities to Indigenous children from regional and remote communities across Australia. This partnership is more than just a collaboration—it reflects Davidson’s core value of ‘Beyond Now,’ emphasising our commitment to long-term impact and sustainable change.


At the heart of this partnership is Davidson’s Executive Director, Bruce Davidson, who serves as the Chairman of Yalari. His leadership has guided Yalari’s strategic direction, ensuring the organisation stays true to its mission of empowering Indigenous youth through education. This leadership is not just about governance; it extends to hands-on involvement, from mentoring Yalari’s alums and working with the leadership team to attending Regional Council meetings across Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.


Davidson’s support for Yalari is multifaceted. Beyond financial contributions, our team members actively participate in Yalari’s initiatives, including mentoring alums, attending school workshops, working on branding and fundraising efforts, and facilitating introductions to corporate and philanthropic donors, further bolstering the organisation’s support network.

Over the past year, the value of time invested by the Davidson team in Yalari amounts to $542,000. Our staff also contributes to Yalari through a workplace giving program, further strengthening the relationship.


In addition to our direct contributions, Davidson has played a key role in organising and supporting fundraising events. From sourcing auction items for Yalari’s Brisbane fundraising dinner to providing office space in Melbourne for Regional Council meetings, Davidson’s involvement is comprehensive and ongoing. We also cover flights and accommodation for Bruce Davidson when he travels to support Yalari’s initiatives, amounting to $19,727 in the past year. The impact of this partnership is profound. By investing in the education of Indigenous youth, Davidson is supporting Yalari to build a foundation for future success and empowerment. This enduring commitment reflects our belief that meaningful change requires sustained effort, and it underscores our dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of Indigenous Australians. Through our partnership with Yalari, Davidson is not just supporting education - we are helping to shape the leaders of tomorrow. This collaboration is a shining example of how our ‘Beyond Now’ philosophy and our commitment to social responsibility come together to create lasting, impactful change.

Community engagement

Shave for a Cure

Sonya Oberstar, Owain Thomas and Alex Coroneo sacrificed their hair and raised over $4,700 funds for the Leukemia Foundation.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Davidson
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Davidson

$44,314 sponsorships

  • Vern Daisy Youth Carnival
  • GPS Rugby Sponsorship
  • BD Ballers Netball Team
  • CIPS
  • Leadership Victoria
  • Local Government News
  • VIC TAFE
  • Yalari
A group of people are posing for a picture in a field.

Social procurement

$20,020 spent

100% Aboriginal-owned business

Steptember fundraising initiative

Last year in line with our social commitments, Davidson participated in the month long STEPtember challenge to support those living with Cerebral Palsy (CP) through the Cerebral Palsy Alliance.


Key highlights

  • Several of the Davidson team across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne offices joined the challenge to support our amazing colleague, Lily Worral, who lives with CP.
  • As an organisation we collectively completed 6,500,987 steps and raised $4,241.
  • Our top fundraisers included Lisa Salter, Imogen Studders and Lily Worrall.
  • Our top steppers were Teresa Messina, Steph Davidson and Nina Magill.
Share by: