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Build a stronger workplace through inclusion

An inclusive workplace gives people a fair opportunity to contribute, develop and succeed. 

It can also help your business reach a wider talent pool, strengthen teamwork, improve problem-solving and better reflect the customers and communities you serve. 

APM can help you take practical steps towards greater disability inclusion, from improving recruitment to making your workplace more accessible. 

Find the right support for your business

Every workplace is different. 

Explore information and practical resources to help you recruit people with disability, improve inclusion across your workplace and create a plan for lasting change. 

Support for building a diverse and inclusive workforce

Pat smiles outside the Warragul Country Club where he's worked for 10 years through support from APM Employment Services.

Hiring people with disability

Reach a wider pool of skilled candidates and find the right person for your business. 

Learn about the benefits of inclusive hiring and the support available before, during and after recruitment, including workplace modifications and ongoing assistance. 

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Create a workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to contribute. 

Learn how to identify barriers, improve accessibility and embed inclusion across your policies, recruitment, communication and everyday workplace practices. 

Disability Inclusion Guide

Disability Inclusion Guide

Take practical steps towards a more inclusive and accessible business. 

The APM Disability Inclusion Guide includes information, questions and tools to help you review your workplace, improve recruitment and support employees and customers with disability. 

Why disability inclusion matters

Reach more skilled candidates

Inclusive recruitment helps your business connect with people whose skills, experience and potential may otherwise be overlooked. 

Bring new perspectives to your team

People with different backgrounds and experiences can contribute new ideas and approaches to problem-solving. 

Strengthen your workplace culture

When people feel welcomed, respected and supported, it can encourage stronger teamwork and engagement. 

Better reflect your community

A diverse workforce can help your business understand and serve a broader range of customers. 

Improve your employer reputation

A clear commitment to inclusion can help show candidates, employees and customers what your organisation stands for. 

Access practical support

Depending on eligibility, support may include candidate matching, workplace modifications, financial assistance and help after a new employee starts. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to build a more inclusive workforce?

Take the next step towards a workplace that welcomes more people, draws on a wider range of skills and gives every employee the opportunity to succeed.