1. The Case for Change Summary
SEPTEMBER 2018
The Case for Change Summary

2. Inclusion and diversity in business is proven to promote societal and economic growth
While New Zealand is rich in diversity, right now, our businesses are not bringing a broader range of people into senior leadership roles and taking advantage of their wider skills and knowledge.
With research showing that companies committed to greater gender balance, cultural representation and inclusive LGBTI and disability policies achieve better business results and more positive financial impact, the case for change is clear.
The Case for Change | 2016

3. Why is this the case?
When we adopt a diverse and inclusive approach in leadership, we unleash and attract wider talent pools, foster diverse thinking, create greater innovation and strategic decision making, become better at meeting customer needs and ultimately see better returns for stakeholders.
And, equal opportunity isn’t just good for business. It’s good for society; making life more manageable and fulfilling for employees and their families.
The Case for Change | 2016

4. Our Case for Change Diversity and inclusion is proven
to lead to better commercial results
The Case for Change | 2016

13. And, beyond all of this, equal opportunity isn’t just good for business. It’s good for society; making life more manageable and fulfilling for employees and their families.
“Perhaps we should also not rely on a business case to argue against inhumane and discriminatory work norms that hurt employees and their families”
– Willimans, Berdahl & Vandello, 2016
The Case for Change | 2016

14. Research conducted by:
Dr Candice Harris
Associate Professor, Business,
Auckland University of Technology