Creating value from differences requires an active and conscious approach that includes open-mindedness to be able to acknowledge and value diversity, and also an inclusive behaviour to integrate and leverage different perspectives, skills or approaches. Most companies have hence developed multi-layered frameworks for Diversity and Inclusion, encompassing different sets of elements the combination of which […]
The latest survey by Forbes Insight “Global Diversity and Inclusion – Fostering Innovation through a Diverse Workforce” proved once more, that Diversity is a key driver of innovation and crucial for global success. 85 percent of the about 320 surveyed executives from the Americas, Asia-Pacific and EMEA agreed that a diverse and inclusive workforce is […]
The ongoing and increasing war for top talents serves as one of the main impetuses for pro-active D&I programmes. While targeted campaigns for women have become common, more comprehensive approaches are yet to be developed.
Whenever a company starts to take its D&I activities outside its ‘home’ country, a number of new complexities are added to the already existing challenges. The recurring key question in that situation is: How much standards can the global corporate heaquarter set for international units, and how much freedom in adapting or tailoring should it […]
It is still a widespread assumption in some cultures – and quite a few companies – that a person’s sexual orientation does not matter at work and therefore shouldn’t be actively adressed by diversity programmes. Experts, however, know that this resistance typically refers only to non-straight identities as heterosexuality is being made visible and audible […]
May 17th marked the 7th annual International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO). Commemorated around the world with positive reactions in many countries, it was also marred by attacks in others, generating intense and diverse press coverage. In line with one common media principle, a large share of the coverage featured the officials who provided […]
One trend has been significant in recent years: Diversity is not only supposed to add value to the business, but it should also be lead and driven by the business (managers). This is much easier said than done. While it is undisputed that the credible commitment of management to tangible and sustainable change is key, […]
Following her strong statements about potential quota for women on executive and supervisory boards, Viviane Reding, EU Commissioner for Justice, announced a Europe-wide voluntary initiative, that aims at increasing the representation of women on corporate boards of publicly listed companies.
The European Network Against Racism (ENAR) has progressed its work to find better ways of monitoring ethnic diversity at the workplace in the EU. Being able to track numbers consistently has been seen as key enabler to drive the inclusion of ethnic minorities in employment.
Austria, Norway and Sweden have joined in the newest trend in European Diversity: Diversity Charters. In an effort to band companies together towards a common public goal of supporting, motivating and monitoring Diversity efforts, these new initiatives signal that European companies are not only intensifying their programmes but also aim to communicate their commitment externally.
