Equal employment opportunities including recognition of employment requirements of cultural differences, ethnicity, disability and gender • The Commission continues its strong focus on diversity and inclusion, including inclusive work practices • Our AskYourTeam survey in 2023 also delivered excellent results with high scoring responses from staff in valuing and respecting values and cultural beliefs (84%), cultural competency (80%) and diversity and inclusion (78%) • We continue to maintain an effective, trusted working partnership with the PSA and meet regularly to consult on organisational policies and working practices, career progression, wellbeing, health and safety measures and other matters • Testament to the constructive relationship with the PSA is that bargaining the new CEA commenced on 29 June 2023 and after 2 days bargaining 50-60% of claims have been agreed in principle • Our wellbeing programme is tailored to our environment and diverse employee needs including the use of alternative employee assistance and/or supervision providers • Review of employee turnover trends and reasons for exit are analysed to identify trends and opportunities. Impartial selection of suitably qualified people and opportunity for capability enhancement • Robust recruitment and selection processes and policies are in place to attract a diverse range of applicants and to ensure consistent decision-making • All recruitment panels include appropriate representation of Tino Rangatiratanga and experienced people leaders • Selection processes include assessment of the necessary capabilities to assist the Commission in its Te Tiriti-based organisation journey • Various professional development workshops and networks and the development of tools and resources enable our staff to build and apply knowledge about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, indigenous rights and human rights • Career progression and development opportunities such as, secondments and taking on higher duties, are regularly available to our staff. 46 Pūrongo ā-tau Annual Report 2023