Session 2: Beyond Representation
Shifting from Performative to Sustainable DEI Practice
- Virtual Webinar
- 15 October 2025 | 12.30-2.00pm AEDT
- Exclusive to AHRI Members
DEI Week
Learn how to build DEI strategies that go beyond surface-level efforts, making your work more impactful, measurable, and resilient.
Moving beyond compliance, this session focuses on how HR can embed DEI into the DNA of organisations, ensuring it’s not just a moment, but a sustained practice. Explore how to design DEI strategies that are measurable, authentic and resilient to change and challenge. Drawing on real examples and lessons learned, we’ll examine what it takes to integrate DEI into core systems and processes, maintain momentum, and engage employees meaningfully in shaping inclusive cultures.
Speakers
Moderator
Fiona Krautil CPHR She/Her
Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Uniting
Bio
Fiona is a leading DEI specialist with 30+ years’ experience driving change across government, corporate, and academic sectors. Currently DEI Lead at Uniting NSW.ACT, she also consults via Diversity Knowhow. Fiona co-authored The Fearless DEI Practitioner and serves on AHRI’s DEI Advisory Panel.
Panellist
Jason Teoh FCPHR He/Him
Senior Partner D&I Strategy & Governance, NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
Bio
Jason Teoh is a DE&I thought leader with 15+ years in HR, specialising in inclusive capability and cultural change. A neurodivergent migrant with disability, he translates complex equity challenges into practical solutions. Jason uses storytelling to foster trust, shift mindsets, and lead conversations on privilege, intersectionality, and equity.
Panellist
Dr Robin Ladwig They/Them
Lecturer, Human Resource Management, University of Canberra
Bio
Robin is an educator and researcher at Canberra Business School, specialising in HR focusing on DEI. Their PhD explores workplace inclusion for trans and gender-diverse Australians. With a background in social work and advisory roles, Robin bridges research and practice to advance accessibility, belonging, and inclusive workplace cultures.
Panellist
Jennifer Macklin FCPHR She/Her
Director, Strategic Engagement & Communications, Defence Australia
Bio
Jennifer is a strategic HR leader with cross-sector experience in inclusion, gender equality, and diversity. A Fellow of AHRI and AFR 100 Woman of Influence, she designs impactful programs and policies, facilitates workshops, and champions social justice to advance gender, peace, and security in Australia and globally.
Panellist
Alokita Shankhar MAHR She/Her
Senior Organisational Development and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader
Bio
Alokita is a senior OD executive with over 20 years experience driving transformative people strategies across industries. A Chartered Accountant turned incluson leader, she blends commercial acumen with human insight to deliver measurable DEI outcomes. shaped by global experience, she champions authentic, systemic inclusion grounded in courage, accountability, and data-driven impact.
