Griffith University has again been named a Gold Tier employer in the 2025 Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI) LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards for the second year in a row.
AWEI is the internationally recognised instrument which provides a framework for organisations to benchmark their inclusive policies and practices.
The awards celebrated organisations which made workplaces inclusive and equitable for LGBTQ+ people.
Vice Chancellor and President, Professor Carolyn Evans, said the achievement reflected Griffith’s ambitious goals within the strategic plan.
“We are delighted to be recognised again as an AWEI Gold Employer in the Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards, 2025,” Professor Evans said.
“Our achievements and ambitions in LGBTQ+ inclusion are a true reflection of the four pillars in Griffith’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan – Purpose and Values, People, Partnership and Impact, Place and Community, and our values-led attributes of excellence, reciprocity, inclusion, integrity, and innovation.
“Our accomplishments in LGBTQ+ inclusion are a result of ongoing, dedicated work by the Griffith community, which included the Griffith Pride Committee members led by Dr Andrew Rayfield (Chair) and Dr Alison Wright (Deputy Chair), Griffith Allies, Griffith’s Executive Group, staff, students and alumni.”
Senior Lead (Inclusion and Development) Marnie King said Griffith’s Gold Tier status was a result of a deep commitment to inclusion.
“As we celebrate our 50th year, we have a powerful opportunity not only to reflect on how far we’ve come, but also to envision how we can shape an even brighter future for all,” Ms King said.
“We remain deeply committed to embedding LGBTQ+ inclusion as a vital part of Griffith’s ongoing strategic success.”
