Diversity and inclusion
We’re proud to celebrate the many characteristics that make each of us different. We’re committed to improving the inclusiveness of our workplace, enabling our people to be authentic and helping us better understand and respond to our customers.
Many of our people contribute to our inclusive culture through Heartland’s groups and committees, including our Rainbow Committee and our Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion doesn’t end there. We support fairer pay for all New Zealanders by being an accredited Living Wage Employer, and through our participation in MindTheGap pay gap reporting. Find out more.
Creating opportunities for rangatahi
We provide opportunities for our younger employees to drive meaningful change. Employees aged 35 and under can apply annually for a position on the Rangatahi Advisory Board. The Rangatahi Advisory Board provides a forum for selected employees to influence and diversify the perspectives of the leadership team and the board by providing unique insights on strategic initiatives.
Our accreditations
Our Rainbow community
We value all our people and embrace the diversity of sexualities and gender identities at Heartland. Our Rainbow Committee leads our rainbow activities throughout the year, including Pride Month, Sweat with Pride and Red Friday. As a Rainbow Tick certified organisation, we are continuing our work to provide a safe and welcoming environment for our rainbow team members, and to ensure Heartland is an inclusive place to work for all of our people.
A Hearing Accredited workplace
In 2021, Heartland became the National Foundation for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing’s first Hearing Accredited Workplace. The accreditation helps us make hearing awareness part of our everyday conversation – breaking down any communication barriers we may have within Heartland and between us and our customers.