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In this chat, we discuss Sunaina's role as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional in tennis and surf life saving. We explore her journey from India to Australia and highlight the importance of mentors and allies in DEI work.
In this episode I talk with Sunaina Jaswal about her work as a DEI professional.
Sunaina is a 2025 Deakin Young Alumni Award finalist and is a sports management professional focused on expanding opportunities for women, girls, and underrepresented groups. Currently the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager at Surf Lifesaving Queensland. She's also a Worked with Tennis Australia and Tennis Queensland as well.Sunaina moved from India to Australia in 2015 and holds a Masters in Sports Management from Deakin University and a Bachelor in Sociology. Her expertise spans sports development, gender equity and even event management.
In this chat, we discuss Sunaina's role as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional in tennis and surf life saving. We explore her journey from India to Australia and highlight the importance of mentors and allies in DEI work.00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgements00:29 Guest Introduction: Sunaina Jaswal02:59 Sunaina's Journey to Australia
06:40 Early Career and Transition to DEI
10:35 Challenges and Inspirations in DEI Work
16:37 Role at Surf Lifesaving Queensland
18:49 Developing a DEI Strategy
26:58 Measuring Success in DEI Initiatives
33:32 Engaging Priority Communities
35:26 Challenges in Promoting Inclusion
39:25 Understanding the 'Why' and 'How' of DEI
43:10 Current State of DEI in Australian Sports
49:06 The Importance of Allies and Mentors
55:43 Quickfire Questions and Top Inclusion Tip
58:32 Conclusion and How to Connect
Website: https://sunainajaswal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunaina-jaswal/
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In this chat, we discuss Sunaina's role as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional in tennis and surf life saving. We explore her journey from India to Australia and highlight the importance of mentors and allies in DEI work.
In this chat, we discuss Sunaina's role as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professional in tennis and surf life saving. We explore her journey from India to Australia and highlight the importance of mentors and allies in DEI work.
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