
More than 400 organisations throughout New Zealand belong to the EEO Employers Group. Members endeavour to recruit and reward employees on the basis of merit.
This new section of our website explores why diversity is good for New Zealand business and how employers can maximise the potential of their increasingly diverse workforces.
There was a time when YWCA Auckland, a long-time advocate for women's empowerment, suffered 80 per cent staff turnover in one two-year period. Recognising that many of its employees are driven by a strong sense of vocation and will accept lower salaries, longer hours and fewer resources than many working in the private or public sectors, the YWCA developed a suite of work-life initiatives to help its employees maintain balance. These led to markedly improved retention and engagement, lower absenteeism and - most importantly - improved outcomes in its programmes helping women and girls (right, on a kayaking trip) make the most of their skills and attributes.