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Women on Boards

The Queensland Government is committed to increasing the number of women on boards in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

Our research has shown that diversity of gender on boards provides financial, performance and social benefits.

A range of resources are available to assist in making a positive difference for gender parity in Queensland.

Gender parity for my board

Become board-ready

Resources

Key insights

  1. Insight 1

    Achieving board gender parity will increase productivity in Queensland by $87 million.

  2. Insight 2

    High performing boards consist of both men and women, are committed to diversity, and are highly inclusive.

  3. Insight 3

    Board commitment needs to remove barriers to result in concrete action.

  4. Insight 4

    Courageous decision-makers who step up and actively challenge the status quo will be the drivers of change in Queensland.

News and events

Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council

Nominations are sought for members of the Multicultural Advisory Council for a 3-year term. Nominations close 5pm Friday 15 March 2019.

Industry nominations sought for government advisory committees

Limited positions are available for employer, worker and industry representatives on each of the 6 committees across a variety of industries. Nominations close 25 February 2019.

Warwick Shire River Improvement Trust multiple member vacancies

The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy is seeking non-executive members for the Warwick Shire River Improvement Trust. Applications close 11 March 2019.