Hanson Australia - Reconciliation Action Plan | 15 Tell us about your university degree? Why is it so important for Hanson to increase diversity in the workplace? My academic background is Architecture. I graduated from my Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of An increase in diversity generates numerous business Technology Sydney last year. I was extremely fortunate to advantages such as allowing our company to deal with study something that I was passionate about. Architecture different nuances within the market. Outside of business is all about placemaking and strengthening our communal though, there is an opportunity to develop Hanson’s relations through built form. workplace culture. Our workplace is already incredibly welcoming however, increasing our diversity would make What inspires you to achieve your goals our workplace more accommodating to other cultures, and aspirations? especially Aboriginal cultures. By promoting diversity, we are opening opportunities for Aboriginal people to apply My community is my chief driver. Setting the standard for knowing full well that they will feel comfortable. younger Aboriginal people is pivotal to counteract racist stereotypes in Australia.