Are Media has joined Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation founded by journalists and communication professionals to work towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia.
Other members, including AAP, the ABC, Guardian Media, News Corporation Australia, Nine Entertainment, Paramount Australia & New Zealand, Private Media, SBS, Seven West Media, The Conversation and The Daily Aus.
"Reflecting the depth and breadth of Australia’s diversity is incredibly important and we are so grateful that so many have partnered with us on our mission to work towards a more representative media landscape," said Media Diversity Australia CEO Mariam Veiszadeh.
Are Media CEO, Jane Huxley, said Are Media is thrilled to be taking its place alongside other leading media organisations as a member of Media Diversity Australia.
“We recognise that having a plurality of voices as both narrators and storytellers amplifying the stories of Australian women is critical in ensuring we reflect the diversity of our audience," said Huxley.
"We look forward to working with Media Diversity Australia in the coming months to bring to life a number of initiatives to strengthen diversity within our organisation and in our publications.”
As part of Are Media’s charter to have a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture, the partnership with Media Diversity Australia will see the company participate in an internship program with Western Sydney University, roundtables and events, as well as improving its recruitment pathways and conducting internal training seminars.
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