Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Mable and HomeMade

Approach

At Mable and HomeMade, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and society where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are central to everything we do. Our efforts focus on three key pillars:
  • Reflect society: building a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our community.
  • Include always: creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and valued.
  • Have impact: driving positive societal change by addressing inequities in the broader community.

We embed DEIB in all aspects of our operations, including recruitment, performance reviews, rewards, and how we build our products and services.

Guided by feedback from employees, customers, and our external advisory councils, we listen, learn and refine our practices to align with the needs of our diverse communities.

Addressing the gender pay gap

The Gender Pay Gap reflects the difference in average earnings between men and women, distinct from equal pay, which ensures equal compensation for the same work. At Mable and HomeMade, we do not pay differently based on gender or other demographics.

In our 2023-24 WGEA Gender Pay Gap report, we identified that there is still some work to be done to achieve equity in average earnings between men and women across our organisations.

While men earn more on average than women at Mable, at HomeMade, women earn more on average than men.

However, we are pleased to report a reduction in the Gender Pay Gap of both Mable and HomeMade compared to the previous year, driven by targeted actions to address workforce composition – a key factor in the gap. For example:

  • At Mable, we are increasing female representation in leadership and management roles, which are typically higher-paying positions.
  • At HomeMade, we are focusing recruitment efforts on hiring more men and other underrepresented groups into managerial roles which will help create a more balanced leadership team that drives better decision-making.

We remain committed to further reducing this gap by:

  • Expanding the number of opportunities for leadership training to build a strong and diverse pipeline of future leaders.
  • Introducing benefits like Flexi Leave, offering all employees additional paid leave days annually to support work and life blend.

DEIB working group

Our staff-led DEIB Group, sponsored by our executive leadership, drives key initiatives to foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within Mable and the wider community. The group focuses on:

  • Internal initiatives, creating a workplace where inclusion, diversity, and belonging thrive. To this end, we actively engage employees through initiatives such as regular Lunch & Learn sessions. These sessions keep our team informed and aligned on key milestones and cultural moments, such as celebrating the International Day of People with Disability and International Women’s Day.
  • External initiatives, extending beyond our workplace into the broader community. We proudly support community projects that reflect our values, such as sponsoring events like NSW Down Syndrome’s annual Picnic Day. These events provide opportunities for our employees to actively participate, lend support, and help foster meaningful connections within the community.

With executive backing and open feedback channels, the DEIB Group ensures employee voices are central to our DEIB efforts, making a tangible impact on our culture and society.

Ready to join the team? Check out our current vacancies.