Become a Corporate Member

Become a Corporate Member

NAWO exists to see gender balance valued and achieved at every level in operations. Within historically male-oriented sectors we advocate for a target minimum of 40% female representation at every level, (40% women, 40% men and 20% of any gender).

Why become a member?

Negative Impacts of Gender Inequality

In many Australian workplaces, gender imbalance is the norm. Women are underrepresented in key decision-making roles making up just 22% of CEOs and 34% of key management positions across all industries (WGEA 2023-2024).

These workplaces miss out on the benefits that gender diversity brings, and issues like the gender pay gap and workplace harassment continue.

“Where gender inequality with unequal power dynamics exists, gendered violence will occur.” – Erica Edmands, Director and Principal, Inclusion@work

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Systemic Barriers to Gender Diversity

In traditionally male–orientated industries operational roles are often not designed to encourage diversity or support women to succeed.  

Embedded societal stereotypes still discourage girls and women from undertaking STEM-oriented further education aligned to a career in operations.

Gender Balance Benefits Everyone

It’s a fact – workplaces with increased diversity enjoy greater innovation, better workplace culture, improved safety, a broader talent pool and a stronger bottom line.  

With the right support, operational companies can increase gender balance.

“Women made up just 15% of the STEM workforce in 2023” – Department of Industry, Science & Resource

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Tailored Support for Operations

Operational roles and functions face the greatest challenges in attracting and retaining women and establishing safe and inclusive workplaces.  

There has been progress towards better representation of women in operations, but companies need to keep working on attracting, developing, and retaining women. 

This requires a three point focus: 

  1. Addressing the systems and policies needed to connect with a broader talent pool and create more inclusive workplaces.
  2. Offering resources to support women to advance successful careers in operations.
  3. Supporting change agents and allies to take practical action through everyday inclusive leadership.

A Network Committed to Gender Balance  

NAWO is a national membership network across multiple industries. We provide action-oriented solutions to see gender balance valued and achieved at every level in operations.  

We support both individual women and employers who are keen to shift the balance – this layered focus is a cornerstone of our success.  

Thriving Women and Successful Workplaces  

Women working in male majority industries thrive within a cross industry, supportive network – one that enables them to share their experiences, build connections and better navigate their careers. 

Businesses in these industries move towards gender balance with proven solutions that activate change and create more inclusive workplaces.  

Get the right support to better attract, retain and promote women in operational roles.  

Take the first step on your gender balance journey now

What Does Corporate Membership Offer?

NAWO membership gives your company unparalleled support to achieve gender balance across four pillars.

Pillar 1: Engagement to Support Your Employees

NAWO offers a strong support network for women already working in operational roles, helping them explore and advance their careers. At the same time, it empowers leaders committed to building and sustaining gender-balanced teams through a diverse range of programs and initiatives.

    NAWO’s Mentoring Program

    Designed for women and allies working in operations, our program personally matches mentees with experienced leaders drawn from the NAWO membership.

    Inclusion Habits for Operations Leaders Program

    Transform your leadership style, create psychologically safe team environments and set yourself apart from other leaders.

    NAWO Events and Site Tours

    We run highly popular and regularly sold-out member site tours and regular coffee/drinks connection sessions in accessible locations around the country.

    Online Events

    We present national webinars with subject matter experts and high-profile speakers. We also host regular connection opportunities via our Career Club and What a Job sessions.

    Member-Only Benefits

    Your employees gain immediate access to NAWO. Once registered they can utilise our tools and resources to further their careers, lead more inclusively and resource themselves to influence change.

    NAWO 100 Women in Operations Campaign

    Publicly recognise women in your business and the great roles they undertake. As a corporate member you can profile your women through this campaign as a recognition strategy.

Pillar 2: Alignment to Spotlight Your Brand and EVP

Your commitment to gender equity deserves to be front and centre. As a Corporate Member you gain access to numerous brand alignment opportunities. 

Brand Alignment  

Align your brand with the leading national network supporting gender balance in male orientated industries. Spotlight your commitment to gender equity and inclusive workplaces. It’s great for your EVP! 

Logo Placement 

Extensive logo placement on NAWO communications – website, social media, corporate footers, EDM marketing and resources, and at NAWO events. 

Member Site Tours and Events 

Host a site tour for members to get behind the scenes of your operations. Showcase your organisation and offer in-person connection for members to build their professional networks. 

NAWO Case Studies  

NAWO publishes widely anticipated case studies on member-led DEI projects. These assets strengthen your EVP and profile.    

Pillar 3: Resources to Reach Your Gender Balance Goals

NAWO provides extensive, expert resources to support your organisation to move the dial on gender balance. Our tools are proven supports to help you make adjustments that deliver quantifiable results. They also help companies to meet their WGEA compliance obligations under the Workplace Gender Equality Act.

NAWO Nine Levers for Gender Balance 

Commence, adjust or review your gender equity plan using our highly effective, operations-specific Nine Levers – focus areas for organisations committed to gender balance.    

DEI Support  

Three hours of DEI expertise are offered with your corporate membership. Our Member Relations Consultant has deep expertise in DEI strategy and delivery to support your gender equity planning.  

NAWO Industry Solutions  

Join our highly anticipated Executive and Knowledge Share Forums. In-person Executive Forums for C Suite leaders discussing DEI issues relevant to operations and Knowledge Share webinars for frontline and middle managers. 

Profiling Roles and Opportunities  

NAWO helps showcase the careers available in operations and works with members to support women to skill for technical and operational management roles.   

Pillar 4: Platforms to Connect Your People with NAWO

Centralised platforms designed to keep your employees connected, informed, and engaged with NAWO across every stage of their career.

NAWO Member Portal 

All employees get exclusive member access to event recordings, resources, and job roles in the NAWO network portal. Build your profile to strengthen your personal brand and drive networking opportunities.   

NAWO LinkedIn Groups  

Join our groups to be part of our online conversation. See what’s on, access the latest resources and connect with others working in operations.

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Our Members Say It Best!

We have been members for over 10 years now and see NAWO as an enabler – with access to networking, development programs and best practice sharing, it informs and empowers us to drive change, both organisationally and individually.

Rebecca Roberts GM, People, Australian Steel Products - BlueScope

The rigour and methodology of NAWO’s Nine Levers for Gender Balance made sense for us laying the foundations for us to drive the change.

Andrew Fisher Executive General Manager - Corporate Services - Bradken

Throughout my career NAWO membership has taken me out of my ‘work bubble’, connecting me to other women across industry and built my networks to open doors to fantastic development opportunities.

Kylie Fraser Managing Director, Oceania - Maersk 

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