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NSW POLICE FORCE
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY STRATEGY
2020-2023

Growing our diversity:
connecting in our
uniqueness.
THE PLAN TO MAKE IT A REALITY.
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INCLUSION & DIVERSITY STRATEGY 2020-2023

An inclusive
and progressive
organisation
that reflects,
respects and
values the diversity
of all our people.

Acknowledgment of traditional owners
The New South Wales Police Force pay our respects to the traditional
owners of the lands on which we live and work and pay respects to the
Elders both past and present.

In this document
The Term ‘Aboriginal’ is intended inclusively, to refer to both Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We recognise that people
of Torres Strait Islander origin may not also be of Aboriginal descent. We
respectfully acknowledge Torres Strait Islanders as Australia’s First Peoples.
We acknowledge their separate culture, belief systems and identities.
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Contents.
Executive sponsorship. 4
Why this matters. 6
We’ve made progress but there’s still a lot to do. 8
Our culture must align with the community we serve. 10
How we are doing it. 12
We’re focused on getting results where it matters most. 14
Workforce. 15
Workplace. 16
Leadership. 17
Our priorities in action. 18
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Capitalising diversity
to embed inclusion,
belonging and connection.
                                       MESSAGE FROM THE COMMISSIONER
                                       As our society changes and broadens it is important that we continue to build a high
                                       performing workforce that is representative of the NSW community. At the NSW Police Force,
                                       we are committed to creating an environment where:

                                       •	All employees feel valued, respected and supported;

                                       •	PRIDE in policing is developed irrelevant of an employees race, ethnicity, gender, age,
                                          sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other unique attribute;

                                       •	Everyone is able to bring their authentic self to work each day and can contribute to their
                                          personal best in every encounter; and

                                       •	Our leaders build agile workplaces to drive innovation and increase organisational
                                          performance.

                                       As an organisation, we will promote and capitalise on workforce diversity. We will be
                                       deliberate in our approaches to embed a diverse workplace where people of all walks of life
                                       can build a rewarding career and achieve their full potential. Creating and maintaining a
                                       culture of inclusion is the responsibility of all of us.

                                       I am committed to working with you in bringing this strategy to life.

                                       M J Fuller APM
                                       Commissioner of Police

                                                                                                  The Inclusion & Diversity Strategy is
                                                                                                  a critical part of the HR Commands
                                                                                                              strategic agenda towards
                                                                                                         developing a high performing
                                                                                                         NSW Police Force. Along with
                                                                                                     four other interrelated strategies
                                                                                                       the initiatives presented in this
                                                                                                        document outline how we will
                                                                                                         continue to embed inclusion,
                                                                                                   belonging and connection for our
                                                                                                                      diverse workforce.
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                                       MESSAGE FROM ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER,
                                       HUMAN RESOURCES
                                       The NSW Police Force is a proud organisation with over 158 years of tradition and culture.
                                       The state of NSW is populous and diverse in nature which provides an opportunity for the
                                       NSW Police Force to increase talent, drive innovation and promote diversity of thought.

                                       As a large organisation we are continually seeking contemporary approaches and finding
                                       solutions to some of the toughest challenges in policing in NSW. As Commander, Human
                                       Resources it is my responsibility to support commands by creating a diverse workforce and
                                       an inclusive workplace, where individual differences are valued and respected, and where
                                       everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection.

                                       The NSW Police Force aspires to be an employer of choice by leveraging diversity and
                                       inclusion to empower our people, deliver a quality service to the communities we serve,
                                       and make a meaningful difference in our own workplaces. This strategy, while providing an
                                       overall roadmap for inclusion and diversity in the workplace, may also be influenced by other
                                       internal and external factors such as:

                                       •	NSW Government Premier’s Priorities; and

                                       •	NSW Police Force HR Strategies, such as the Culture Strategy, Talent Strategy, Aboriginal
                                          Employment & Engagement Strategy and Strategic Workforce Plan.

                                       I look forward to my Command working with the Inclusion & Diversity Council to progress
                                       this strategy and underpinning Action Plans. Outcomes of these actions will be evaluated
                                       and reported to the Council on a quarterly basis.

                                       Leanne McCusker APM
                                       Assistant Commissioner, Human Resources

                          Culture
                          Strategy

                          Talent
                         Strategy

NSWPF                                                                             A high                                 Prevent
Statement
                     Inclusion &                                                performing
                       Diversity                                                                                         Disrupt
of Strategic                                                                      NSWPF                                  Respond
Intent                  Strategy

                    Aboriginal
                 Employment &
                  Engagement
                      Strategy

                       Strategic
                      Workforce
                            Plan
                                                                                                 Transforming people and culture.
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Why this matters.
In today’s complex environment,            We’ll notice this in three ways:

                                           1
organisations that value and
                                           	When we reflect the diversity of the community we serve, we’re more
promote diversity and inclusion
                                             aligned with their needs, and this enhances effectiveness.
are more successful in achieving
their objectives.*

When we all work together to make
                                           2
                                           	Valuing differences can drive innovation and promote diversity of
                                             thought and help us deliver contemporary, innovative solutions.

this strategy a reality it will help us
find solutions to some of the toughest
challenges in policing in NSW.
                                           3
                                           	Inclusive workplace cultures provide better experiences for people and
                                             lead to high-performing teams.

This strategy is forward-thinking          Inclusion and diversity will
because it goes beyond the                 build and strengthen our future
traditional principles of diversity.       capability.

As a proud organisation with over          Belonging and connection are
158 years of tradition and culture,        what makes a culture of innovation,
the NSWPF has both experienced             participation, creativity and
and proactively responded as society       collaboration a reality.
changes and evolves. The diversity of
our workforce – incorporating both         This collaboration drives a high
police and administrative employees        performing NSWPF to Prevent,
– enables proactive policing               Disrupt, and Respond to the
partnerships in local communities.         needs of the community.

In the NSWPF we acknowledge the
value of diversity, and why it matters.
We know that we must go further
and continue to build a culture that
is inclusive – where all people feel a
sense of belonging and connection.

   “As a young officer I was fortunate to be able to participate in the commands
    leadership program to influence up and acquire new skills and tools to be a future
    leader within the NSWPF.” NSWPF employee.

*D
  elivering through diversity, McKinsey & Company, 2018. Why Diversity and Inclusion Has Become a Business Priority,
 Bersin by Deloitte, 2015.
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DIVERSITY                                         INCLUSION                                   BELONGING &
Recognising all the differences                   Actively bringing together and
                                                                                              CONNECTION
between our people and how they                   benefiting from the perspectives of         Bringing your authentic self to work
identify.                                         our diverse workforce. We value and         through the commitment to building
                                                  respect what makes you unique.              a safe environment of belonging
                                                                                              & connection, where the richness
                                                                                              of your unique differences creates
                                                                                              organisational value.

Why DIVERSITY?                                    Why INCLUSION?                               Why BELONGING AND
                                                                                               CONNECTION?
Diversity is about our individual                 Inclusion is capitalising on diversity
differences and acknowledging the                 to create a working environment              The sense of belonging and
unique blend of knowledge, skills                 where everyone feels valued,                 connection is fundamental to us
and perspectives people bring to the              respected and empowered.                     all. In the workplace it means that
workplace. It is central to innovation                                                         everyone can bring their full self
because it brings out new ways of                 Everyone has an important role and
                                                                                               to work, and not feel like they’re
doing things, helps us align with the             is encouraged to participate and
                                                                                               a different person than they are
diverse community we serve, and                   contribute their talents, perspectives,
                                                                                               at home.
enhances the effectiveness of our                 and diversity of thought to drive high
engagement with our people, teams                 performing teams and increasing              This collective feeling of being
and leaders.                                      innovation.                                  able to express opinions and ideas
                                                                                               without judgement creates trust
In addition to characteristics such as                                                         and mutual respect – which leads
cultural background and ethnicity,                                                             to more open communication,
age, gender, gender identity,                                                                  engagement and collaboration.
disability, sexual orientation,
religious beliefs, language and
education, diversity also includes
characteristics such as professional
skills, working style, location, and
life experiences.

Benefits               We will see many benefits through the life of this strategy in our Workforce, Workplace, and in our Leadership.

  W         Workforce                              W       Workplace                             L      Leadership

Improves performance, productivity               Supports a sense of belonging and            Develops capable and resilient
 and efficiency.                                  connection.                                  people.

Drives innovation and creativity.                 Employees feel valued, supported             Enhances leadership to positively
                                                  and respected.                               influence organisational cultural
Builds effective systems to support
                                                                                               change.
decision-making.                                  Creates higher levels of commitment
                                                  and satisfaction.
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We’ve made progress,
but there’s still
a lot to do.
In the past 10 years the NSW Police                                 Gender representation in the NSWPF.
Force has made significant progress
towards workforce diversity.                                        72.1% men who                                                                             27.9% women
                                                                      are officers in                                                                         who are officers
The data highlighted below shows                                        the NSWPF                                                                             in the NSWPF
a positive increase in the diverse
make-up of our employees. However                                       32.9% men                                                                             67.1% women
there is more we can do to build a                                working in admin                                                                            working in admin
workforce that represents and reflects                               in the NSWPF                                                                             in the NSWPF
the diversity of the community we
serve. This strategy is a key indicator
                                                                      64.6% men in                                                                            35.4% women in
of our organisational commitment to                               total represented                                                                           total represented
diversity in our workforce.                                           in the NSWPF                                                                            in the NSWPF

                  16.4
     Senior Police Officers are
                                             %
                                                                                        3.1
                                                                     Aboriginal and Torres Strait
                                                                                                          %
                                                                                                                                                   11.6
                                                                                                                                      Culturally & Linguistically
                                                                                                                                                                             %

     women.                                                          Islander representation.                                         Diverse.

     Currently women represent                                       Aboriginal representation is                                     Our organisation is rich in
     16.4% of commissioned officer                                   currently 3.1% of our total                                      cultural diversity. 11.6% of
     positions and while we have                                     workforce. We continue                                           our workforce identify as
     made progress in the last                                       to cultivate a culture that                                      culturally and linguistically
     10 years, the advancement                                       recognises and celebrates                                        diverse. This gives us a unique
     of women into leadership                                        Aboriginal and Torres Strait                                     opportunity to benefit from
     roles remains a priority for                                    Islander participation and                                       diversity of thought and create
     our organisation. Through                                       contribution in the NSW Police                                   high levels of participation
     increasing gender representation                                Force. We know that the                                          and engagement within the
     in leadership roles, we will                                    representation of Aboriginal                                     workplace. Through increasing
     see higher levels of collective                                 peoples in our workforce is                                      CALD representation we
     leadership and decision making                                  essential to strengthening                                       will continue to reflect the
     across all areas.                                               connections within our                                           community we serve.
                                                                     communities in NSW.

Note: The NSW Police Force Snapshot data is representative of our workforce profile at 30 June 2020. This aligns with corporate data reporting standards. This may mean that data is not
representative of the workforce at date of publication and annual review. Senior Leadership roles are defined as Inspector and above.
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                     “Diversity is having a seat at the table, inclusion is having a voice at the table,
                                                        and belonging is having that voice be heard”
                                                                                                                             Lizz Fosslien.

                   LGBTIQ                           *
                                                                                0.6  % Disability &
                                                                                         Accessibility     7.1            % 25 years
                                                                                                                                or under

                                                                                                         37.2 %
    We are committed to building a                                   While the inherent requirements
    workforce that is inclusive where                                of a police officer may create                             45 years
    employees are empowered                                          challenges for people with                                  or over
    with a sense of belonging and                                    disability, increasing the
                                                                                                         Multi-Generational employees.
    connection. Our engagement                                       representation of people with
    of employees across the state                                    disability in our workforce         Currently we have five
    in the NSWPF GLLO network is                                     continues to be a priority, given   generations working in the
    evidence of our commitment.                                      the diversity in roles available    NSWPF, with the largest
    Our culture of inclusion ensures                                 for both police officers and        representation between the
    LGBTIQ employees can bring                                       administrative employees.           ages of 35-39. With 37.2% of
    their authentic self to work.                                    Currently 0.6% of employees         our workforce 45 years of age
                                                                     identify as having disability.      or over, we seek to harness the
    Currently our data does not                                      Accessibility in our organisation   skills and knowledge of our most
    capture identification of LGBTIQ                                 is about fostering a workplace      experienced employees to drive
    employees. We are seeking to                                     where everyone can participate      an environment of collaboration
    enhance the capability of our                                    and contribute fully without        and innovation.
    internal systems to address this.                                barriers.

* Lesbian, Gay , Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer/Questioning (LGBTIQ).
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Our culture must align
with the community
we serve.
                                                               le
The NSW Police Force Inclusion
& Diversity Strategy is for all
                                                             rc
employees. It will focus
                                                      n   Ci
                                                  is o
on the groups called out
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barriers to
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                                                                                              LGBTIQ
                                                                    Aboriginal & Torres
                                                                    Strait Islander

                                   Culturally &
                                   Linguistically                                         Disability &
                                   Diverse                                                Accessibility

                                                                    Multi-generational
                                                                    (Age Diversity)
At the same time, we
recognise that people may
identify with more than one
social identity across a range of
diversity groups.
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As an organisation we are here to serve the community and do so with                  In both the NSW Police Force
a quality service that’s effective now and in the future. In NSW our                  and NSW Public Sector, there are
community is diverse and includes people of varying social identities, and            additional supporting strategies and
so it makes sense that this diversity is also reflected in our workforce. This        plans that work together with this
strategy of inclusion and diversity will make a meaningful difference in              strategy. These are highlighted in
our workplace, to our people, and to the community we serve.                          the NSW Police Force Inclusion and
                                                                                      Diversity Framework, which is on
                                                                                      page 12.

                                                                                      If you are interested in further detail
                                                                                      or information, please contact
                                                                                      #HRDIVERSITY

                                           W
                                           Workforce
                                                                     W
                                                                     Workplace
                                                                                                           L
                                                                                                       Leadership

                                  Attract, recruit, develop,   Build an inclusive workplace     Cultivate and role model
                                  promote and retain           culture where our people         inclusive leadership
                                  a workforce that is          feel a sense of belonging        principles.
                                  representative of the        and connection.
                                  NSW community.

                                                               “Strength lies in differences not in similarities.”
                                                                                                           Stephen R. Covey.

   “We are humans. This is just a uniform. I’m still someone outside of work, and still a
      gay male. But that’s a small part, there’s more to me, but it’s a strong thing to me as
      well. Seeing that, being a part of an organisation that does support our community
      is a really good thing.” NSWPF employee.
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How we are doing it.
Our Inclusion & Diversity Framework.

                                                           Employee
                                                           Networks
                                            Inclusion
                                            & Diversity
                                            Council

                                                                       W
              Inclusion
              & Diversity
              Centre of
              Excellence
                                                                       Workforce

      Commissioner’s
      Executive Team                                                   W
                                                                       Workplace

                   NSW
                   Police Force
                   Priorities
                                                                         L
                                                                       Leadership

                                           Government
                                           Priorities     External
                                                          Influences
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It all fits together to drive deliberate change.
This diagram is the NSW Police             The strategy is aligned to the             inclusive WORKPLACE, and cultivate
Force Inclusion & Diversity                NSWPF key objectives to PREVENT,           principles of inclusive LEADERSHIP.
Framework. It shows how the                DISRUPT and RESPOND, and will
critical elements of our strategy          drive organisational outcomes and          Further, the diversity and inclusion
come together in a purposeful way          benefits aimed to increase diversity       priorities set by the NSW Government
to deliver results that matter.            in our WORKFORCE, build an                 have been considered in the
                                                                                      development of this strategy.

         Prevent
         Disrupt
         Respond                                                                        DIVERSITY
                                                                                        INCLUSION
                                                                                        BELONGING & CONNECTION
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                                                    Growing our diversity:
                                                    connecting in our
                                                    uniqueness.
                                                     THE PLAN TO MAKE IT A REALITY.

Progress and Governance – a connected responsibility.
	The Commissioner is the
   Sponsor of the NSWPF
  Commissioner’s
  Executive Team

   Inclusion & Diversity
   Council.

           The Inclusion & Diversity         Inclusion
                                                      The Inclusion & Diversity                  Employee networks
  Inclusion
           Council is responsible for
  & Diversity
  Council                                    Centre ofCentre of Excellence is
                                             & Diversity
                                             Excellence
                                                                                       Employee
                                                                                       Networks  will have the opportunity
           driving the direction of the               responsible for                            to provide input on new
strategy, identifying and addressing       implementing and reporting on the          initiatives and programs to drive
barriers, monitoring progress              strategy. Annual progress reports will     continuous improvement for
and will meet quarterly.                   be made available on the intranet.         diversity and inclusion.
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We’re focused on
getting results where
it matters most.
Our objectives are the catalyst for        each aspect of the strategy. These      organisation with a culture of
an inclusive & diverse culture at          actions focus on the three key areas    inclusion & diversity, that we can
NSWPF.                                     where there will be definite and        all be proud of.
                                           measurable benefits – Workforce,
Actions speak louder                       Workplace and Leadership; and are
than words.                                the catalyst to achieving the results
                                           we want to see.
Our commitment to this
important strategy is clear – to           We can all look forward to and
build an inclusive and progressive         participate in new ways of thinking     These actions have
organisation that reflects, respects       and working. These will make a
and values the diversity of all of         tangible difference to all our people
                                                                                   been developed to
our people. There are detailed             as we act on our commitment             benefit all employees
and specific action plans for              to becoming a high-performing           and the organisation.
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            W                                   Workforce
            Workforce
                                                  Attract, recruit, develop, promote and retain a workforce
                                                  that is representative of the NSW community.

    What we’ll do                                            How we’ll do it                                                     How we’ll know

                                                             •	Develop tailored inclusive
   •	Attract and recruit diverse                              recruitment collateral for                                       •	Increased diversity of
       candidates to work with                                  promoting, advertising and                                          candidates applying to work
       the NSWPF.                                               hiring diverse talent including                                     with the NSWPF.
                                                                women.

                                                             •	Introduce best practice
                                                                approaches to sourcing and                                       •	Increase of diverse
   •	Increase representation
                                                                recruitment solutions for                                           candidates entering the
      of diversity in
                                                                administrative positions                                            NSWPF through alternative
      administrative roles.
                                                                including a Disability Graduate                                     career pathways.
                                                                Program.

                                                             •	Develop and implement
   •	Address unconscious                                        unconscious bias tools and                                      •	Fair and consistent
      bias in the recruitment,                                   resources and address potential                                     recruitment, promotion
      promotions and retention                                   blind spots for police officer and                                  and retention practices are
      processes.                                                 administrative employee hiring                                      adopted.
                                                                 managers.

                                                             •	Monitor potential trends and
   •	Implement a new
                                                                remove barriers within the
      promotions system                                                                                                          •	Increase of diversity in
                                                                promotions process to ensure
      incorporating the principles                                                                                                  leadership roles.
                                                                that decision making is aligned
      of inclusiveness.
                                                                to the capability framework.

   •	Develop leadership
                                                             •	Co-develop targeted mentoring
      capabilities of high                                                                                                       •	Strengthened diversity in the
                                                                and leadership programs for
      performing diverse                                                                                                            talent pipeline.
                                                                identified diversity groups.
      employees.

For specific actions relating to the recruitment, retention and development of Aboriginal people refer to the Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Strategy 2020-2023.
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            W Workplace
            Workplace
                                                   Build an inclusive workplace culture where
                                                   our people feel a sense of belonging and
                                                   connection.

    What we’ll do                                             How we’ll do it                                                      How we’ll know

                                                              •	Develop a contemporary
    •	Revamp and launch
                                                                 framework and launch employee                                     •	Employees are engaged and
       internal employee
                                                                 networks for all diversity                                           contributing in networks.
       networks.
                                                                 portfolios.

                                                              •	Co-develop employee and
                                                                 leadership conscious inclusion                                    •	Workplace culture metrics
    •	Continue to build a
                                                                 initiatives within teams and                                         and employee stories of
       workplace culture of
                                                                 commands such as the NSWPF                                           belonging and connection
       belonging and connection.
                                                                 Values Charter and Employee                                          are promoted and shared.
                                                                 Diversity Storyboarding.

                                                              •	Explore and implement new
                                                                                                                                   •	Employees and leaders are
                                                                 ways of building employee
    •	Recognise and celebrate                                                                                                        participating in corporate
                                                                 engagement in diversity related
       diversity in the workplace.                                                                                                    and local diversity related
                                                                 events and activities, including
                                                                                                                                      events.
                                                                 ‘Day of Inclusion’.

                                                              •	Partner with diverse-friendly
    •	Implement programs and                                                                                                      •	Results of benchmarking
                                                                 organisations to benchmark
       benchmarking to drive best                                                                                                     drive future strategies and
                                                                 and identify trends in diversity,
       practice for inclusiveness.                                                                                                    actions.
                                                                 enhancing decision making.

                                                              •	Implement a regular
                                                                                                                                   •	Increased visibility of
    •	Promote the voice of                                      communications channel to
                                                                                                                                      inclusion and diversity to
       inclusion and diversity in                                promote best practice and shared
                                                                                                                                      foster a sense of belonging
       the organisation.                                         experiences for all diversity
                                                                                                                                      in the workplace.
                                                                 groups.

For specific actions relating workplace initiatives for Aboriginal people refer to the Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Strategy 2020-2023.
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                L                               Leadership
           Leadership
                                                  Cultivate and role model inclusive
                                                  leadership principles.

    What we’ll do                                            How we’ll do it                                                      How we’ll know

                                                              •	Participation of leadership in                                   •	Visible engagement of the
    •	Drive organisational step                                 consolidating data, trends and                                      Executive and Inclusion &
       change for inclusion and                                  insights to inform decision                                         Diversity Council members
       diversity in the NSWPF.                                   making for future approaches                                        reflected in decision making
                                                                 to inclusion and diversity.                                         for future strategies.

                                                              •	Implement and partner on
                                                                                                                                  •	Leaders actively engage
    •	Engage leaders in inclusion                               corporate and local initiatives
                                                                                                                                     and contribute to developing
       and diversity initiatives and                             such as sponsorship, mentoring
                                                                                                                                     an annual diversity
       programs.                                                 and the Male Champions of
                                                                                                                                     participation plan.
                                                                 Change.

                                                              •	Co-develop and incorporate
                                                                 Inclusive Leadership principles
                                                                                                                                  •	Inclusive Leadership
    •	Strengthen inclusive                                      in the NSWPF leadership model
                                                                                                                                     principles and practices
       leadership and mindset.                                   to recognise and value diversity,
                                                                                                                                     are adopted.
                                                                 and embrace workplace
                                                                 connectedness.

                                                                                                                                  •	Workplace culture metrics
    •	Role model respectful                                  •	Promote the Respectful
                                                                                                                                     demonstrate employee
       and inclusive behaviours                                  Workforce Behaviours Campaign
                                                                                                                                     engagement and team
       and values.                                               and NSWPF Values Charter.
                                                                                                                                     inclusivity.

For specific actions relating to innovative approaches to inclusive leadership for Aboriginal people refer to the Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Strategy 2020-2023
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Our priorities
in action.
We’ll commit to what matters,              innovate and collaborate, we’ll           These programs and initiatives may
prioritise our actions and maintain        achieve a culture of inclusion that is    be continuous year on year.
our focus on the important benefits        meaningful and rewarding for us all,
of an inclusive and diverse culture.       and enhances the effectiveness of         The key priorities are highlighted in
                                           our work with the community.              the timeline below. It is important
This strategy gives us all the                                                       to note that this is a live strategy
opportunity to set a new pathway           This is a four-year strategy which will   and may be impacted by emerging
for our organisation, increasing           be reviewed in 2023. Over the lifecycle   NSWPF and government priorities.
diversity in our leadership and            of this strategy there are a number of
teams and becoming more aligned            ambitious programs and initiatives
to the communities we serve. As            that will aim to transform our
we act with purpose, continually           workforce, workplace and leadership.

STRATEGY TIMELINE

 July 2020                                      July 2021

 	Launch the Inclusion & Diversity             	Continue roll out of                 	Deliver inaugural ‘Day of
 W Strategy.                                    W employee networks for each           W Inclusion’ event.
                                                       diversity portfolio.
 	Facilitate unconscious bias                                                         	Pilot a graduate program for
 W training for hiring managers and             	Release sponsorship                  W multi-generational people.
   promotions panels.                           L guidelines to employees.
                                                                                       	Launch the Respectful
 	Commence establishment of                    	Re-launch the MyMentor               L Workplace Behaviours
 W employee networks.                           W program.                               Campaign and NSWPF
 	Implement inclusive language                                                          Values Charter.
 W guidelines.                                  	Implement and promote
                                                W the conscious inclusion
 	Develop framework for                               campaign, including
 L sponsorship program.                                employee participation
                                                       in the diversity census.
 	Develop framework and
 W implement pilot graduate program             	Develop framework for
                                                W women’s leadership
          for people with disability.
                                                       program.
 	Develop inclusive recruitment
 W collateral.

 	Implement the new promotions
 W process*.                                                                                         * Pending legislative amendments.
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NSW POLICE FORCE
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY STRATEGY 2020-2023

     WHAT THIS MEANS FOR ALL OF US.
     As individuals, teams and leaders, we’re all accountable and involved in the NSWPF culture. We understand
     and value the benefits of working in a progressive, high performing organisation that is committed to diversity
     and a culture of inclusion.

     What we’ll notice as an               What we’ll notice as a team:            What we’ll notice as leaders:
     individual:
                                           A progressive culture that fosters      Increased diversity of thought and
     A stronger sense of belonging and     the values and behaviour of             innovation.
     connection.                           inclusion.
                                                                                   Tangible, supportive workplaces
     Greater commitment and                Initiatives and programs that           to ensure individuals and teams
     satisfaction.                         raise awareness and celebrate our       reach their full potential.
                                           diversity.
     The confidence to bring your                                                  Demonstrating commitment
     authentic self to work.               Advocates actively working to           through role modeling flexibility
                                           ensure our commitments are              at all ranks/grades.
                                           sustainable.

   July 2022                                     July 2023

   	Launch the Women’s Leadership               	Embed graduate programs for
   W Program.                                    W people with disability and multi-
                                                   generational people.
   	Participate in benchmarking
   W platforms for inclusion and                 	Review employee network charter
     diversity.
                                                 W and executive nominations.

   	Implement inclusive leadership              	Implement Executive Development
   L training.                                   W Program for Women in consultation
                                                   with Chief Executive Women.
   	Implement and promote
   L storyboard for role modelling               	Conduct evaluation of the Inclusion
     inclusive leadership.                       W & Diversity Strategy 2020-2023.

    “My Superintendent developed a retirement pathway program where I had the option
     to work reduced hours, job share or work part time as I transitioned into retirement.”
     NSWPF employee.
INCLUSION SUPPORT IS READILY AVAILABLE
Inclusion & Diversity Team #HRDIVERSITY
Specialist advice and guidance on Inclusion & Diversity in the workplace.
Inclusion & Diversity Council #IDC
Strategic direction for Inclusion & Diversity at NSWPF; lead and support employee
networks.
Aboriginal Employment & Engagement Team #HRABORIGINAL
The recruitment, retention and career development opportunities of Aboriginal
employees.
Respectful Workplace #HRRESPECT
Advice, support and training on respectful workplace expectations and behaviours.
Peer Support Officer #PSO
Informal and confidential advice and assistance from fellow NSWPF employees.
Provided through listening, understanding and appropriate referrals.
Employee Assistance Program 24 hour, toll free number: 1300 667 197
Professional counselling for all NSWPF employees and their immediate families.

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                                                                                    Title: NSW Police Force Inclusion & Diversity Strategy
                                                                                    2020-2023
                                                                                    Subject: Inclusion & Diversity
                                                                                    Command responsible: Inclusion & Diversity –
NSW POLICE FORCE                                                                    Workplace Effectiveness & Culture – Human Resources

INCLUSION & DIVERSITY STRATEGY                                                      Authorisation: Commissioner of Police

2020-2023                                                                           Security Classification / Protective Markings:
                                                                                    For Official Use Only
                                                                                    Publication date: September 2020
                                                                                    Current version number: V1
FURTHER INFORMATION                                                                 Review date: September 2023
                                                                                    Document number: D2020/469129
Workplace Effectiveness & Culture, HR Command
                                                                                    ISBN: 978-1-921309-24-3
Curtis Cheng Centre Police Headquarters
1 Charles Street, Parramatta NSW 2150                                               Copyright statement: Copyright of this document is
                                                                                    vested in the Commissioner of Police. © 2020
For feedback on the Strategy:
E: HRDiversity@police.nsw.gov.au                                                    Suitable for Public Disclosure: YES
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