We work with forward-thinking companies to build inclusive, high-performance teams.

Diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative and profitable.
We all benefit from equitable workplaces — and each of us has the power to create change.

At Ally Skills NZ, we offer tools to help you make diversity & inclusion a reality. Our approach focuses on ally skills: simple, everyday ways that you can use your voice and influence to stand with marginalised groups.

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Diversity & Inclusion are good for business

Diversity and inclusion have been linked to business benefits including:

  • higher profits (McKinsey)
  • improved talent attraction and customer satisfaction (PwC)
  • higher-performing teams (Google)
  • better decision-making (CloverPop)
  • greater innovation (The B Team)
  • …and more!
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Actionable recommendations

Real change comes from shifting behaviour. That’s why our services are practical and action-focused:

Our workshops feature real-world scenarios so that participants can practice applying their skills.

Our consulting work helps organisations create structures that minimise bias and foster inclusion so your team can make better decisions.

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Engage the whole team

Creating more inclusive workplaces is ultimately about culture change, so everyone has a role to play—no matter your role, level of experience, or background.

We provide simple, everyday ways that anyone on the team can take action to create a more equitable and welcoming community.

Here at Ally Skills NZ, we work alongside our clients on their allyship journey and always love to hear feedback!

I loved how clear and accessible the information was. The workshop flowed nicely and was applicable to all the participants, from juniors to seniors.

Cass Gray

Assistant Producer at Weta Gameshop

Our team at Vend got so much from the workshop; our senior leaders have been putting the new skills to use and it’s making a difference already.

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Vaughan Fergusson

Founder of Vend and Pam Fergusson Charitable Trust

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Ready to take action on diversity and Inclusion?

Our Resource Toolkit

Check out our resource toolkit: 3 Steps to a More Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

Our free resource toolkit is designed for people and companies who care but aren’t sure where to start. We provide three steps to take action to make your workplace more diverse and inclusive.

Here’s what’s inside:

  • A framework for your company to create diversity and inclusion goals
  • Guidelines for conversations and data-driven analysis that can help you identify priority areas for your company
  • Starter ideas for action steps to help you achieve your goals
  • Additional resources to support you on the journey