Outlook Australia: Employment Diversity Finalist in the Casey Business Awards 2024

Outlook Australia offers professional-grade resource recovery, waste management services, and educational programs. Their mission is to ensure that people with disabilities and those facing disadvantages have the same rights and opportunities as other community members. This mission was recognised by being a finalist in the Employment Diversity category in the Casey Business Awards 2024.

The social enterprise provides employment, skill development, and work training for over 20 people, 70% of whom are from priority workforce groups, including people with disabilities, long-term unemployed individuals, migrant workers, women over 50, and those experiencing mental ill-health. They occupy diverse roles from entry-level customer service to heavy machinery operators and management positions.

Outlook’s vision of ‘An Inclusive Society for All’ is reflected in their values, policies, and training modules. They prioritise accessibility and inclusivity through flexible schedules, financial assistance programs, and catering to people of all ages and abilities. Their premises are wheelchair accessible, and their digital platforms are user-friendly and compatible with screen readers. All profits are reinvested into the organization to support their inclusive goals.

Facing staff shortages and reliance on temporary workers, they initiated competency-based training programs, providing extra support to staff with learning difficulties to ensure they could gain necessary certifications. This approach empowered their team and helped overcome the lack of qualified staff.

The Employment Diversity award highlights their dedication to continuous improvement and excellence in creating a diverse workforce. Positive feedback and increasing enrolment numbers are key indicators of their effectiveness.

Outlook’s achievement as a finalist is a proud moment for the local community, showcasing the impact of inclusive employment practices.

Congratulations Outlook Australia!

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