Unleashing human potential

The world of work is evolving fast. From intelligent technologies in the workplace to emerging models of employment, disruption is having a ripple effect on the workforce, the economy and society as a whole.

The future will only see more change.

Government is ideally positioned to take the lead in turning profound changes into positive opportunities. The ambition? To create the future of work for everyone—whether public or private sector, currently in work or job-hunting, students or the semi-retired.

To drive this evolution, government must think and act differently. It must predict tomorrow’s workforce trends today, so employers and employees are ready for what’s next now. It must guide people to embrace new mindsets and acquire new skillsets. It must orchestrate a cross-sector ecosystem to create paths to lifelong learning and meaningful work. All this is to shape a new world of work where people feel relevant, fulfilled, secure—and prepared for whatever is ahead.

Inclusion and diversity go hand and hand—and together they are essential to the future of work in the public sector and beyond.

An inclusive environment welcomes differences. All people feel valued, respected, involved and heard. And everyone has a positive experience. Diversity is all the many ways in which people are different—and unique. Harnessing the power of diversity requires inclusion.

Creating an inclusive culture that supports diversity is not just the right thing to do. It is a force of transformation. By empowering people to be their authentic selves and by bringing together different experiences and ideas, organisations can become more creative, innovative and productive. This is not about hitting targets. It is about creating an ethos that is good for people, and good for outcomes.