Australia Post has launched a three-year Refugee Employee and Engagement Action Plan to further support and increase opportunities as a 'refugee-friendly employer'.
The plan has been created in collaboration with settlement support organizations and Australia Post team members, partners and refugee communities with the aim of attracting, recruiting and retaining refugees in the post's workforce.
Sue Davies, executive general manager – people and culture at Australia Post, said, We are proud to be among the first Australian organizations to develop a strategic action plan and holistic approach to refugee employment and engagement.
Australia Post has long been an employer that supports refugees who are making a life for themselves and their families in this country, and our first-ever Refugee Action Plan outlines our commitments to help refugees and asylum seekers thrive.
Australia Post recognizes the value in the resilience and determination refugees bring. Refugees and asylum seekers have strengthened our workforce and the broader community we serve through the contribution of their unique talents, skills and experiences, and through this plan we will continue building on that inclusive and supportive environment for them.
One of the major elements in the plan is the Welcome Project, which provides tailored support and development opportunities for refugees. The post is also aiming to have 1.5% of its team member represented by refugees by 2027 – it currently sits at 0.5%.
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