Publicis Groupe ANZ has unveiled its inaugural Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, developed in partnership with the Australian Disability Network to eliminate barriers for employees living with disabilities.

The plan has been launched during Neurodiversity Celebration Week (18-24 March), led by Publicis’ EnABLE committee, an employee resource group dedicated to individuals with visible and non-visible disabilities. It outlines a framework for action in accessibility over the next three years.

Actions in the plan include disability inclusion training, reviewing recruitment practices, designing initiatives and programs for career development, and improving the accessibility of all office locations in ANZ.

"The Disability Access and Inclusion Plan is our strong commitment to being an accessible, inclusive and welcoming organisation for all. The plan is being released alongside our first Gender Equity Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and Environmental Sustainability Action Plan – demonstrating our dedication to positive change and increasing access more broadly for under-represented groups. We look forward to continuing to engage with the disability community to ensure we are creating a workplace supportive of all our people," said Publicis Groupe CEO ANZ, Michael Rebelo.

Publicis Groupe Chief Talent Officer ANZ, Pauly Grant, , said: "Our focus on disability inclusion is not just a goal; it is a commitment to fostering an organisation where diversity is celebrated and every employee, regardless of ability, feels valued, supported and empowered to excel. I would like to express my gratitude to our Head of DE&I Jessica Farrell, the EnABLE employee resource group, and everyone who participated in the development of this plan. Your efforts are truly appreciated and will help drive meaningful change in our workplace."

CEO of the Australian Disability Network, Corene Strauss, said: "Together, we will navigate the road toward a more equitable and inclusive workplace for people with disability and create our vision of disability confident Australia."

The Disability Access and Inclusion Plan will be reviewed in 2026 for the following three-year period (2027 – 2029).