A ban that prevented members of the Australian Defence Force from holding special events in support of diversity and inclusion has been scrapped.
Last year, then defence minister Peter Dutton instigated a policy of curtailing special events "such as morning teas where personnel are encouraged to wear particular clothes in celebration".A ban that prevented members of the Australian Defence Force from holding special events in support of diversity and inclusion has been scrapped.
Special events held by ADF staff celebrating diversity and inclusion will now be allowed and promoted, with a recognition that such events "contribute to our inclusive culture by acknowledging and promoting awareness of our diverse workforce". The note pointed to upcoming events that would be in line with the new policy, such as "team activities in support of not-for-profit organisations, charity events, and upcoming days such as Wear it Purple and R U OK Day".
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