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Diversity and inclusion is at the core of our Purpose

Diversity is one of the five elements that underpin our Firm's Purpose and informs the way we work internally and with our clients. An inclusive workplace environment is critical to leveraging the impact this diversity brings to all that we do each day.

We make diversity, in all its forms central to collaboration. We know that when we bring a diversity of thinking, skills, experience, gender, backgrounds and orientations to the table, we get better results.

We focus on the following key areas of Diversity & Inclusion, each with its own programs to drive awareness and inclusion capability across the firm.

Gender equality

MinterEllison has been recognized as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past 11 years. In 2020 the Firm achieved its' target of 30% female representation of the Firm's Board. The Firm is now working towards a new gender target 40:40:20 – 40% women, 40% men and 20% any gender – represented in the Firm's partnership by 2025 which is underpinned by an Emerging Leaders program designed to support high potential female talent.

Supporting caregivers

Our Supporting Caregivers program supports both working parents and our people who care for elderly and disable relatives. Our program comprises a parental leave support program including paid parental leave, parental leave and return to work planning support and coaching, on-site breastfeeding facilities, specialist support programs, referral and information services and resources.

LGBTQ+ Inclusion

Our LGBTQ+ inclusion efforts are led by our PRIME (Pride, Respect and Inclusion @ MinterEllison) and the LGBTQ+ Women's network, which actively and visibly encourages everyone to bring their whole self to work. We celebrate LGBTQ+ days of significance, have a Gender Affirmation policy and proudly participated in the 2020 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade, having been the long term pro bono legal partner for the Mardi Gras for over 20 years.

Safe workplace

MinterEllison is committed to providing a safe workplace free from discrimination, harassment and bullying, all of which is covered by Firm policies. MinterEllison supports our people experiencing, or at risk of experiencing domestic & family violence by providing additional leave options, access to confidential counselling support services and information about crisis support options.

Diversity and inclusion

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