We champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion We embarked on a First Nations strategy and have commissioned a First Nations artwork, ‘Mari Burra Warrane’ by Konstantina, which translates to ‘Big Sky (thinking) in Sydney’. Inspired by the vision and purpose of BESydney, the artwork features elements representative of innovation, learning, and the educational practices of Sydney’s First Nations peoples, the Gadigal. See the new artwork on page 2. BESydney is committed to creating a safe, diverse and inclusive place to work. Our vision is to bring out the best in our people by providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all, where everyone feels comfortable and safe in bringing their whole self to work. A Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) project team ‘DEI Champions’ was established in November 2023 and is working on a strategy, aimed at three key focus areas: People and Culture Policies and Practices Education The 2023 annual staff engagement score was 88. Our highest scoring areas include: staff feeling like everyone is treated fairly at BESydney high ethical standards always being maintained leaders being sensitive to the satisfaction and morale of the team our systems, processes and infrastructure being adapted to keep up with our needs. Dylan Mooney mural ‘Still Thriving, credit City of Sydney