Research & Advocacy

Evidence. Influence. Impact.

At Women of Colour Australia (WoCA), our research and advocacy are driven by one goal — to transform systems so Women of Colour can thrive with equity, dignity, and influence.

We combine lived experience with data-driven insight to inform policy, shift workplace culture, and shape national conversations about representation, leadership, and inclusion.

Through our landmark research, policy engagement, and public storytelling, WoCA amplifies the voices of Women of Colour and drives structural change that benefits all.

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Our work includes:

Women of Colour in the Workplace Survey
Australia’s first and only research initiative centring the workplace experiences of Women of Colour — setting new standards for equity, representation, and cultural safety.

• Read the 2021 Women of Colour in the Workplace Report — our inaugural report revealing systemic barriers and lived experiences across Australian workplaces.
• Explore the 2024 Women of Colour in the Workplace Report — our latest findings tracking progress, persistence of inequities, and pathways to systemic change.

Policy & Submissions
WoCA contributes to government and industry consultations, ensuring that the voices and lived experiences of Women of Colour inform national policy, workplace standards, and equity frameworks.

Media & Publications
We publish reports, op-eds, and features that amplify diverse voices, challenge the status quo, and reimagine leadership through the lens of justice and shared humanity.