In this episode, Ellie speaks with Austin, National Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator at APM Employment Services.

They discuss the opportunities for businesses to benefit from diverse workforces and providing career opportunities for First Nations employees.

• Watch the full video on the APM website

Chapters

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:02) - Studying in the US
• (03:21) - Working through discomfort
• (04:26) - Creating opportunities at APM
• (06:08) - Employment challenges for First Nations Australians
• (07:50) - Sharing the responsibility
• (09:36) - Employment challenges for First Nations Australians with disability
• (12:09) - How businesses can better support First Nations people
• (14:28) - Benefits of hiring First Nations Australians
• (15:56) - Keeping up momentum
• (17:03) - Suggestions for organisations that are just getting started

This podcast was recorded and produced on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja.

APM acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of this Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures, and to their Elders past and present.

Ellie Cole's Couch: Amplify your inclusion is produced by APM.

APM is a global health and human services provider enabling better lives through employment, workplace, health and wellbeing, disability and aged care services.

Learn more at apm.net.au.