IPG Mediabrands Australia earns AWEI Silver Tier accreditation for LGBTQ+ inclusion

IPG Mediabrands Australia has officially received Silver Tier accreditation in the 2025 Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), cementing its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ employees. The Silver Tier accreditation recognises organisations that demonstrate substantial progress and commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Kim Lion, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Mediabrands Australia, said: “This recognition reflects the meaningful and measurable work Mediabrands’ talented volunteer Pride Committee has done to help build an inclusive workplace culture where our LGBTQ+ employees feel safe, supported, and celebrated. To receive Silver Tier accreditation during Pride Month makes it even more special, it’s a moment of pride for everyone across the company.”

To meet AWEI’s comprehensive and evidence-based criteria, Mediabrands’ Pride Committee was required to work through 30 different elements across many categories– such as inclusion of trans and gender diverse employees; LGBTQ+ employee networks, training and awareness: and executive leadership & engagement among others plus provide detailed evidence and documents to prove the organisation’s efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Lion said: “Our submission included MB policies, practices, employee initiatives, events and more which demonstrated a drive to create a truly inclusive environment.

“We were awarded accreditation alongside many corporations outside of our industry sector, but would like to acknowledge we were one of three organisations within our industry, a clear indication that the media and marketing industry is creating real change for LGBTQ+ employees.

“Mediabrands will continue to invest in progressive DE&I programs, fostering a culture that prioritises representation, education, and collegiality across all levels of the business,” Lion concluded