Ep 8 Why is diversity in the public sector so important?

In this final episode of IPAA Insiders Season 1, we dive into a conversation that continues to spark curiosity, reflection, and action: Why is diversity across public sector roles so important?

You’ll hear perspectives from across the NSW public service, including IPAA NSW members and featured guests Gelina Talbot and Jane Spring, who bring deep experience and insight to this evolving conversation. From personal stories to policy-level thinking, their reflections underscore why diversity isn’t just a “nice to have”; it’s essential for fostering trust, driving innovation, and achieving better outcomes.

This episode doesn't aim to provide a single solution. Instead, it offers a range of lived experiences, reflections, and ideas, acknowledging that change takes time and intention.

Whether you’re thinking about how you hire, how you lead, or how you present yourself in your workplace, we hope this episode provides something to reflect on and a way to start the conversation in your own circles.

SHOW CREDITS
Host: Jo Rose
Writers: Alessia Campagna, Nicola Hardy and Jo Rose
Producer and Editor: Alessia Campagna
Technical Producer: Anthony Watson
Executive Producers: Jo Rose and Nicola Hardy

Music Credits:
Let The Good Times Roll: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll
License code: DNAIHKYCKOUU6HBT

Enchanted Puzzle: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/enchanted-puzzle
License code: YTN0OYX8RBDDUQ73

Easy Flow: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/hybridas/easy-flow
License code: R2FTWOYRCB7YOW21

Not That Easy: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/not-that-easy
License code: MYQOVXXWAFZULECH

On Tiptoes: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/on-tiptoes

We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which the podcast is taking place today. We pay our deep respects to all Elders past, present and emerging. We would also like to extend that respect to any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples listening today.