We run the survey to support public sector organisations to build positive workplace cultures that operate consistent with the public sector values.
Organisations use the results to improve the working environment for their employees.
Timing of the survey
In 2023, over 115,000 employees from 239 organisations have taken part in the survey.
Individual organisations that took part in the survey have received their results (either late July or late November depending on which survey period the organisation participated in).
The Commission intends to publicly release organisation-level results on its website in early 2025.
Organisation participation
All eligible public sector organisations are expected to take part in the 2024 survey.
Greater organisation participation improves the consistency of data collection across the public sector and enables annual reporting that is more representative of the public sector.
Increasing the number of participating organisations from across the public sector supports accountability across the government.
Individual participation
The survey is optional for individuals, however employees are encouraged to have their say to provide feedback on their workplace experience.
The more people who take part in the survey, the greater the understanding of an organisation’s workplace culture, wellbeing and engagement.
How the People matter survey contributes to a safe and inclusive workplace
In the survey you’re asked a range of demographic questions about yourself, such as your age, gender and cultural background. These questions are designed to gather information about our workforce to help us foster diversity and inclusion across the Victorian public sector.
This can include how we support equal opportunity, reduce discrimination and promote fairer recruitment.
Your information helps your organisation understand what an inclusive workplace looks like to you.
When our workforce is inclusive and reflective of the Victorian community, government services work better for everybody.
What’s different in 2024
The 2024 People matter survey will be broadly similar to the 2023 survey. We’ve only made a few small changes for 2024. This year we’re increasing the number of webinars we hold before the start of the survey.
We’re also running a set three-week survey period in May and June for all public sector organisations, except health services, and a set three-week period in October for all public health organisations.
These changes will help public sector organisations better prepare for the survey and get comparable results earlier.
Where to get help
People matter survey for public sector organisations
Contact us at people.matter@vpsc.vic.gov.au
People matter survey for local government
If you’re taking part in the People matter survey for local government, email the Gender Equality Commission at enquiries@genderequalitycomission.vic.gov.au.