World Vision Australia CEO Takes Charity to Fair Work Commission After Tenure Ends

World Vision Australia CEO Daniel Wordsworth has taken his own charity to the Fair Work Commission after the organisation informed staff that it had terminated his tenure as chief. This decision comes amidst allegations of a toxic workplace environment at the charity.

Mr. Wordsworth was the subject of bullying complaints, which were investigated independently by World Vision. While most complaints were not substantiated, one remains under investigation.

A source within World Vision revealed that past and present employees were given the opportunity to participate in an external investigation into bullying allegations, which did not find any further issues to investigate.

Despite the investigation's findings, the board's chair, Peter Trent, confirmed to staff that Mr. Wordsworth would be leaving the organization, which he had been leading since March 2021.

Insiders have described the charity as being in turmoil, with reports of bullying complaints and staff departures. Former staff members expressed disillusionment with the organization's culture despite believing in its mission.

In a now-deleted TikTok video, Mr. Wordsworth reflected on his leadership approach, acknowledging the need to actively seek input from competent and experienced staff members.

According to the source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation.