BOQ embraces an inclusive culture where we all belong {sub-heading}
BOQ Group is committed to diversity and inclusion in order to provide a safe and inclusive environment that taps the collective genius of diverse talent to improve outcomes for our people, customers, communities and shareholders.
Our key goals are to build a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where our values and strategic pillars are the foundation for our approach to diversity and inclusion; where we embrace differences and believe that our workforce should reflect the customers and communities that we serve; and where we strive to ensure a purpose-led, and inclusive culture where our people feel confident to bring their best selves to work every day.
We are proud to be home to a wealth of diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and insights and know that what we can do together is infinite.
Inclusion means that our customers and communities are an integral part of our wider network, and that supporting, amplifying and collaborating with them is as important as how we accept, respect, support, amplify and collaborate with each other.
Our diversity and inclusion strategy is continually evolving towards harnessing broader intersectionality through inclusive behaviours that will foster a diverse workplace culture and enhance the employee experience.
Strong governance and executive sponsorship is key to our focus areas of our inclusion strategy.
We currently have six employee-led Affinity Networks:
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Passionate advocates within BOQ Group are spread across six employee affinity groups, all of which support an inclusive workplace and facilitate belonging.
Banking without Barriers
Championing accessibility and inclusivity so our people and customers can reach their full potential. The purpose of the affinity group is to make diversity our strength.
ProudlyMe
ProudlyMe provides a voice to the LGBTQIA+ and ally community across the group, striving to uplift and empower our people of diverse sexualities and genders through training and education, culture and events, and advocating for inclusive policies and procedures.
First Nations Reconciliation Council.
The First Nations Reconciliation Council is focused on helping BOQ achieve its reconciliation vision through a collaborative, optimistic and inclusive approach.
Cultural Capital Committee
With a vision to celebrate and amplify the rich cultural diversity across the Group's people, customers and communities by being outrageously courageous and deeply curious.
The Career Network
With a purpose of facilitating and inclusive community fostering personal and professional development for our evolving talent.
Spark
Spark is focused on igniting conversations to inspire and enable gender equality across the Group and driving actions to achieved change across leadership, representation and removing barriers.
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Gender Equity at BOQ.
BOQ is a strong advocate for supporting women in the banking and financial services industry. Our particular focus is on expanding the representation, engagement and development of women in leadership positions.
BOQ’s gender diversity network, SPARK, regularly hosts internal events aimed at empowering, educating and encouraging BOQ employees, regardless of their gender identity. The aim of this network is to spark the conversation and support the need for change while advocating for gender equality and overcoming any bias that stands in the way of our employees’ personal and professional development.
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Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
BOQ Group has submitted its 2025/26 Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) report, covering the reporting period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.
WGEA is an Australian Government agency that promotes and improves gender equality in workplaces across Australia. Under the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012, all non-public sector employers with 100 or more employees are required to report annually on their gender equality performance.
As part of our commitment to transparency and continued progress, the following reports are now available for review:
We encourage everyone to take the time to explore these reports and learn more about the actions underway to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace for all.
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BOQ’s commitment to the Multicultural Queensland Charter.
The Multicultural Queensland Charter aims to promote cultural diversity in the workplace. Their vision of a unified, harmonious and inclusive community is based on eight key principles. As a Multicultural Queensland Ambassador program member, BOQ promotes and supports the principles of the Charter within our organisation by adopting best practice and embracing diversity. This program also helps us gain a range of social and economic benefits from Queensland’s growing diversity.
