b'2024 AusLSAOUR PEOPLE OUR ENVIRONMENTSUSTAINABILITY SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS: SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:PROFILE Gadens people programs align with our strategic intent of being anSustainability and Social Impact is one of the firms key strategic employer of choice. Priority areas are:pillars. Gadens has also adopted the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals framework and pledged to reach Net Zero by Flexibility: We recognise that our people need to achieve an2030.effective balance between work and other commitments, and that a flexible workplace is essential to attracting and retaining highOur Melbourne and Sydney Offices are certified as Carbon performing people. We have a number of policies and initiatives inNeutral by Climate Active.support of this aim. Gadens aims to be recognised as an environmentally responsible Inclusion and diversity: We engage with staff to create anbusiness that respects the environment and communities in which environment that promotes individuality and diversity. Ourit operates. We believe our commitment to managing our Indigenous Intern Program has been operating for over 15 years, andoperations in an environmentally sustainable manner will maximise we are part of the CareerTrackers program.value for the firm and all our stakeholders.We are committed to minimising adverse environmental impacts and reducing our Health and wellbeing: Our wellbeing initiatives support a healthyenvironmental footprint by continually reviewing operations and and balanced lifestyle, providing opportunities for staff to mentallyimproving the efficiency of our natural resource consumption. and physically unwind through a range of activities. Our initiatives are focused around: Learning and development: Our L&D Framework has been designedAchieving net zero emissions. to deliver focused, career-long L&D to improve skills at all levels andReducing our power consumption and minimising energy use. Gadens support career progression. This covers technical and business skillsReducing paper usage or only using carbon neutral, acid-free training, and support for education assistance.paper from farmed trees. Headcount:634 (FTE) Moving towards a more electronic way of working across the Corporate social responsibility: We maintain a culture offirm. Floor Area:7,833m2 sustainability and sound corporate responsibility. We assist theMaking environmentally sustainable procurement decisions and communities in which we live and work, enhance access to the legalensuring our key, discretional suppliers are adopting sustainable Number of Offices : 4 system and embrace social responsibility.business practices wherever possible.GENDER39% 56% 74% 58% CLIMATEEQUALITY ACTIONGadens is a leading, independent Australian law firm with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane,INITIATIVES: Melbourne and Sydney. We have over 100 International Womens DayEmployer of Choice for Gender EqualityINITIATIVES: partners and 670 staff across Australia.Pay Equity AmbassadorLCA Diversity and Inclusion CharterEquitable briefing TelecommutingGreen Star rated buildings 4-6 starNational Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGERs) compliant reporting pledge (e.g. CommBar/LCA)Host or lead external programs and/or forums Teleconferencing facilities and trainingPolicy on flight offsets Our vision is to be recognised as a leading Female advancement, mentoring and coachingTraining - Gender awareness Earth HourRide to Work DayEnd of trip facilitiesClimate Active unconscious biasGender sensitive promotion and recruitment Australian law firm, and help people achieve Internal D&I networks or committeesEqual pay controlsDCA major sponsor ProgramNABERSs Energy RatingClimate Active - Carbon NeutralEfficient building and lighting automationRenewable Electricity their purpose in a complex world. Our culture Voluntary Carbon OffsetsEnergy audits in previous two yearsincludes our values, and our values reflect theINCLUSIVEGROSS EMISSIONSessence of the firmthey underpin everything WORKPLACE 73t - 0.11t per employee we do and guide our daily behaviour. We promote individuality and diversity while instilling pride in the firm and are committedINITIATIVES:0% 0% 0.75tto equality in the workplace. Recruitment and promotion for D&IInternal D&I networks or committeesBUILDINGS 1.0% Membership - DCALCA Diversity and Inclusion CharterExternal D&I0t/m2Gadens recognises that our enduring successprograms and/or forums hostingTraining - Awareness and unconscious bias requires economic growth that both protects Staff Surveys - D&IMembership - Pride in DiversityTraining - LGBTQ+0% 99%awarenessIDAHOBITWear it Purple DayInternal LGBTQ+ networks or72tand promotes social equity and ecologicalcommitteesPro bono supportTraining - LGBTQ+ awarenessTRAVELsustainability. We strive to create a culture Gender pronouns promotionGender affirmation policy 0 99%.1t/e e eploymwhere the principles of sustainability and sound corporate responsibility are embraced100% 100%and lived by our people every day. We seekFLEXIBLE30 30 100% GREENWORKPLACE ENERGY to make a difference in the world by contributing to the development of the communities in which we live and work. WeINITIATIVES:NET EMISSIONSare committed to giving back, and our Flexible work hoursPart time optionsJob sharingRemote working tools and0t - 0t per employeepeople participate in projects that make asystemsSupport for flexible workingTime in lieuUnpaid leaveCarers leave difference. We recognise the importance of Study leaveVolunteering leavePurchased leaveCareer breaksPhased retirementAdjusted KPIs after absencesSabbaticalsBonus leave fostering sustainable communities, Domestic violence leaveFamily and fertility leave ENVIRONMENTAL minimising our impact on the environment MANAGEMENTand taking responsibility for our environmental footprint.PSYCHOLOGICALINITIATIVES:WELLBEINGCitySwitch Green OfficeINITIATIVES:RECYCLING100% R U OK? programPsychological support/ EAPMental health first aid training OFFICESand supportMental Health Awareness WeekTraining - Mental health awareness and managementDomestic violence strategyMental health office championPHYSICALPAPERWELLBEINGUSAGEINITIATIVES: INITIATIVES: Paperlite office programGreen accredited paper purchase specificationErgonomics programProactive health checksFlu vaccinationsInternal Follow me printingexercise sessionsTeam eventsWellness awareness and promotionOnsite fruitPAPER CERTIFICATION: and healthy cateringLife & TPD insuranceErgonomics program - offsite Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certifiedNCOS Certified CarbonHealth EAP Neutral'