Diversity & Inclusion

Building a better business through Diversity & Inclusion

At Starfish, we value and are strengthened by diverse people, backgrounds, experiences, thinking and skills. 


We understand diversity to be a broad and nuanced term that includes but is not limited to age, gender, family responsibilities, marital status, sexual orientation, educational level, life experience, racial origins, ethnic origins, religion and people with a disability. In New Zealand, Māori and Pasifika aspirations in the workplace provide additional guidance in delivering appropriate Workforce Diversity.


We are committed to the provision of equal opportunities for all groups who are represented in our workforce, community and beyond. We understand that promoting diversity entails a flexible and adaptable approach to working. One size does not fit all. We balance the needs of all stakeholders to ensure a sustainable approach to flexible working. 



We are committed to providing a work environment that reflects New Zealand, our clients and candidates. One that fosters fairness, inclusiveness, equity and respect.


As a provider of people-based services, Starfish works to ensure that our clients have access to a diverse pool of talent and that our candidates are supported in accessing opportunities. We consider the language we use, hold each other accountable and regularly review our policies and processes to ensure there is positive action behind our intentions. 


We proudly promote diversity, equity and inclusion and recognise that this is an ongoing and evolving process. We listen and act on feedback in order to ensure that all voices are heard. We believe in leading by example and know that our managers and employees are role models for what an inclusive workplace looks like in practice.

What Diversity & Inclusion mean to Starfish?

Starfish would be a dull place to work if everyone was exactly the same. We treat our staff, clients & contractors fairly and with respect, where everyone feels that their contribution and individuality are valued. We have a workplace where people feel empowered and can grow, ultimately bringing together a more creative and innovated thinking approach helping us to achieve our business outcomes more effectively.

Diversity & Inclusion

Starfish recognises the inherent value, both socially and economically of having a work environment that is Diverse and Inclusive. One of our founding core values is that we Treat All People with Respect. To put this into practice we partner with Diversity Works NZ to provide appropriate guidance and training.

Human Rights

Starfish recognises and endorses the Human Rights Act 1993.

Māori and Pasifika in the workplace

Diversity in the workplace yields many benefits. These include cultural, performance and of course benefits for the individuals such as career development. However, collectively the benefits for all communities across Aotearoa can be significant. Consequently, Starfish is committed to an increase in the representation of Māori and Pasifika right across the technology sector.

Starfish's commitment to Diversity & Inclusion are reflected and embedded within our company values

Our Starfish whānau are proudly diverse and we do the mahi to benefit Aotearoa, New Zealand. Valuing the differences of others is what ultimately brings us all together and can be the secret to a successful, thriving workplace and a fair work culture.

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