The Workplace Gender Equality Citation is your blueprint for building a more inclusive, high performing workplace.
WGEA’s citation encourages, recognises and celebrates organisations that are taking meaningful action to create fairer workplaces across Australia. It recognises individual employers for their deep commitment to positive action to achieve gender equality in their workplace.
The citation has 2 categories of recognition:
Employer of Choice for Gender Equality
Employer Committed to Gender Equality
Employer of Choice for Gender Equality Citation employers show outstanding capability and achievement in key areas that influence workplace gender equality.
These employers:
have gender-balance in their senior roles (executive team and Board / governing body)
keep their gender pay gap within the target range of ±5% or below the industry mid-point
support gender-equal outcomes through policy and practices such as men taking parental leave and reducing gender segregation in certain jobs and occupations.
Employers Committed to Gender Equality Citation employers are building strong systems and making steady progress.
These employers:
have developed systems and leadership frameworks to drive real change - backed by clear policies and data informed, continuous improvement strategies
regularly check their gender equality data and create effective Action Plans
provide education and support that drive gender-equal experiences in the workplace.
Citation holders demonstrate strong gender-equal outcomes at the moments that matter most to women and men at work. They go beyond policy, embedding gender equality into the everyday employee experience. Committing to clear targets and using insights from employee surveys, these employers turn data into action, strengthening safety, fairness and opportunity for everyone in their organisation.
WGEA awards the Workplace Gender Equality Citation to successful employers for a period of 3 years.
Benefits of the Citation program
A blueprint for effective action: The citation process is a credible, cost-effective framework to deliver a gender-equal experience in your workplace.
Leadership: Be seen as a leader in workplace gender equality and get the chance to share your ideas and accomplishments in the media and with other organisations .
Recruitment: Enhance your reputation as a future-focused, gender-equal employer – amplifying your ability to attract talented employees.
Contemporary education and tailored support: Gain access to support above and beyond WGEA’s high-quality mainstream resources. Citation-holders and aspiring citation-holders receive priority access to WEGA’s Gender Equality Accelerator program, tailored advisory service and drop-in sessions.
Networking: Work with senior leaders of other citation-holders to drive big-picture and industry change when you gain exclusive access to executive forums and citation events.
Recognition and competitive advantage: Use the citation to distinguish your organisation in job advertisements, public comments, websites and social media. WGEA will also publish the logo next to your name on the widely accessed Data Explorer and WGEA website.
Retention and engagement: Boost your ability to retain employees. The Citation Standards are an evidence-informed plan for creating an inclusive and respectful workplace culture which leads to stronger engagement and reduced turnover.
WGEA Citation application process
Aspiring applicants are encouraged to start planning today.
- Read the Citation Standards document and the Citation Guide.
- Use your organisation's Gender Equality Action Plan and the results from your current comprehensive gender pay gap analysis to support the application and assessment. If you are yet to conduct a gender pay gap analysis, step-by-step advice is available on this website.
- Applications open later in 2026 and will be due by 30 September 2026.
- Subscribe to our newsletter for updates about the Citation program.
WGEA can help you build the skills and systems you need to be able to demonstrate achievement of the Citation Standards for your application.
You can get started with these resources and employer guides.
If you have questions, email wgecitation@wgea.gov.au.
WGEA support for Citation applicants
WGEA can help you build the skills and systems you need to be able to demonstrate achievement of the Citation Standards for your application.
If you have questions, email wgecitation@wgea.gov.au.
Gender Equality Citation information sessions
WGEA’s Insights and Capability team is hosting a series of information sessions to help organisations apply for, or work towards, Workplace Gender Equality Citation recognition. Sessions will not be recorded. Participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance.
These sessions provide an opportunity to:
- learn about the Workplace Gender Equality Citation
- understand the two categories of recognition and which may be most suitable for your organisation
- discover how WGEA’s Gender Equality Accelerator can support capability building and the adoption of leading practices
- understand the 2026 application process and key timeframes
- ask questions and seek clarification on any aspect of recognition or the application process.
These sessions have been popular in previous years, and places are limited. Secure your spot early to avoid missing out. 👉 Click on the dates below to register for an upcoming session:
All times are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
15 July, 2-3pm
23 July, 11-12pm
3 August, 2-3pm
11 August, 12-1pm
20 August, 2-3pm
27 August, 2-3pm
3 September, 2-3pm
8 September, 11-12pm
15 September, 2-3pm
24 September, 11-12pm
30 September, 2-3pm
Whether you’re new to the Workplace Gender Equality Citation or looking to strengthen your application, these sessions are designed to support your next steps towards recognition.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Gender Equality Accelerator
Employers aspiring to achieve recognition under the Workplace Gender Equality Citation receive priority access to the WGEA Gender Equality Accelerator.
A limited number of places are available to employers demonstrating their commitment to making progress on gender equality in the workplace.
In the in-person and online course series participants learn how to shift from gender equality commitment to consistent organisation-wide action.