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SMRC: Lunchtime Panel & Networking Event21 January 202611:30 am - 2:00 pm ![]() Inclusive by Design: Building Culturally Safe Workplaces (That Thrive) is a networking event hosted by the Southern Migrant and Refugee Centre (SMRC). Tailored for business leaders and professionals, this event explores how workplaces can move beyond surface-level diversity to embed genuine cultural inclusion into everyday practice.Through a dynamic panel discussion, attendees will be guided to reflect on three key questions: Is your business culturally aware? Are unconscious biases affecting your decision-making and workplace culture? Is your workplace truly culturally safe for everyone?
Meet Our Panel! · Dr. Mario Peucker – Associate Professor, Victoria University · Najma Ahmadi – Service Delivery Program Worker, SMRC · Sean Teer – Job Coordinator, My Local Jobs Program · Dr. Marjan Hajjari – Executive Director, Strategy and Corporate Services, Greater Dandenong · Nigel Carter – Site Manager, MatchWorks Attendees will leave equipped with actionable insights, greater self-awareness, and a renewed commitment to fostering respectful, inclusive, and high-performing workplace cultures. Join us for this engaging lunchtime event to challenge assumptions, gain valuable tools, and build a workplace where every voice is heard and valued. Your ticket will include access to the expert panel discussion, networking opportunities, and a complimentary catered lunch. ⚠️Hurry, Limited Tickets Available⚠️ For any questions, contact the SMRC Team: Communications@smrc.org.au Southern Migrant and Refugee Centre, Dandenong VIC |
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