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Employees with disability are…

4 times less likely to leave their job

6 times more likely to report positive mental health

7 times more likely to feel innovative at work

8 times more likely to collaborate effectively with their team

9 times more satisfied in their roles

Employer supported by Access2Work building an inclusive workforce through disability employment and government‑funded training in Australia.

Inclusion and workplace diversity drive stronger performance, higher engagement (83%) and better retention. Yet many businesses are still missing out on a large, capable workforce.

Why Inclusion Works:

1%

Of employees say inclusion is now a key expectation at work.

Inclusion and workplace diversity drive is not just for those with disclosed disability, but it provides a stronger team culture which is resounding impact across the organisation as a whole.

Businesses with diverse teams accumulate, on average, 30% higher profit margins and revenue growth.

While the business case is clear on the benefits of workplace inclusion, there is still a significant gap in disability employment.

The Opportunity

2.7 million Australians of working age have a disability

Nearly half (43.9%) are unemployed

Only 29% of people with an intellectual disability are in paid employment, representing a significant untapped workforce

Keen to know more?

Navigate to one of the following pages for more information on the opportunity you have ahead of you.

Learn how The Flagstaff Group and Access2Work team can support you in your inclusive workplace journey

Our Employer Services

Review your workplace to gauge the suitability for inclusive employment.

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See how you can provide opportunities for people with disability to achieve gainful employment

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*Source: (NDIS Employment Outcomes 2021 | DCA Inclusion@Work Report March 2026)

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