EEO Trust Annual Report 2006
Chairman's Report
The EEO Trust occupies a unique role in the New Zealand employment environment. It conducts research on EEO and diversity issues from an employer and employee perspective, collects and distils international research findings, maintains strong connections with local and international employment experts, is well connected in government circles and has strong working relationships with employers.
Its strength lies in its ability to recognise critical employment issues and use its networks and expertise to initiate dialogue between employers and relevant industry experts. This requires a keen understanding of the business context, excellent information management systems and great communication skills.
The 2005-2006 year saw the EEO Trust strengthen existing projects such as its successful online research programme, and create new tools to enable organisations to more effectively recruit and retain talented people. Its high public profile and standing in the business world are proof of its success.
Three members of the EEO Trust Board of Trustees stepped down during the year. I would like to thank Jo Brosnahan, Andra Glyn-Jones and Linda Sewell, as well as the current trustees, for their contribution to the work of the EEO Trust. Trustees bring a wide range of experience and skill, as well as their own extensive networks in the private and public sectors, making an invaluable contribution to the EEO Trust's ongoing success.
I would also like to thank Dr Philippa Reed and the EEO Trust team for the professionalism, creativity and commitment they bring to the job of raising awareness of the business benefits of developing versatile workplaces. The success of their teamwork can be seen at the annual EEO Trust Work & Life Awards, a large event which is impressively managed and hosted by the small EEO Trust team.
The work of the EEO Trust is much needed in the current business environment, with skills shortages the number one challenge facing employers. Like most developed countries, New Zealand has an ageing workforce but it also has groups of untapped young people, mainly Maori and Pacific Islanders, who could contribute much to our country's business success. Disabled people, women returning to the workforce, and new migrants also have much to offer.
I look forward to a future where workplaces are truly versatile; willing to recognise potential regardless of the packaging, and able to nurture that potential through effective and flexible employment practices.
Michael Barnett
Chairman
November 2006
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