How we run the survey
We run the survey to support public sector organisations:
- build positive workplace cultures consistent with the public sector values
- improve the working environment for their employees.
In 2024, over 108,000 employees from 242 organisations took part in the survey.
Timing and results
In 2025, we’ll run the survey in 2 periods:
- a 3-week survey period from April to May for all public sector organisations, except health services (expect results in mid-June)
- a 3-week survey period later in the year for all public health organisations.
The Commission intends to release organisation-level results on its website in early 2026.
Participation
All eligible public sector organisations are expected to take part in the 2025 survey.
When more organisations take part, the public sector gets data reports that are more consistent and representative of the public sector workforce. This then supports more accountability across government.
Employees can choose if they want to do the survey or not.
When more employees complete the survey, organisations increase their understanding of their workplace culture, wellbeing and engagement.
Survey data use and reporting
Read the People matter survey data collection statement to learn how we collect, store, share, use and protect your data.
Where to get help
People matter survey for public sector organisations
Contact us at people.matter@vpsc.vic.gov.au.
People matter survey for gender equality reporting
In 2025, some local governments, universities and libraries will take part in a shorter version of the People matter survey for gender equality reporting.
If you are taking part and help or have questions, email the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector at enquiries@genderequalitycommission.vic.gov.au.