"EU Platform of Diversity Charters Newsletter" Newsletter Issues

Make yourself heard – participate in the European study on assessing diversity and inclusion policies in organisations (11/06/2024)

A study has been commissioned by the European Commission DG Justice and Consumers (DG JUST) and is conducted by a consortium led by Risk & Policy Analysts (RPA). Can we rely on your support to this new research on existing diversity and inclusion policies? The study began in early June 2024, so you still have time to contribute!

Opening event of the 5th European Diversity Month (11/06/2024)

European Diversity Month kicked off with a vibrant opening event on 25 April in Brussels. Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli, alongside key figures and stakeholders committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, discussed how organisations can overcome challenges such as an ageing population, digitalisation and rapidly developing technology and a shift to more sustainable ways of working by embracing inclusion. The event included panel discussions reviewing the Commission's past efforts in fostering equality and non-discrimination and exploring future of diversity and inclusion policies.

Winners of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award 2024 (11/06/2024)

European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award Ceremony took place for the third time on April 25 in Brussels. The Award celebrates towns, cities, and regions across the EU that lead by example in inclusive policies. This year's edition had a distinct Spanish flavour: three out of the seven winners come from Spain, with the four others being in Croatia, Italy, Sweden and Slovenia.

Bulgarian Diversity Charter welcomed new signatories at the Annual Meeting (06/06/2024)

Bulgarian Diversity Charter held its annual meeting on 14 May at Hilton Sofia. The event brought together the local Diversity Charter community to promote the importance of diverse teams and inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and can thrive as well as to foster the exchange of experience and best practice.

From Cultural Diversity to Playing Bingo in Estonia (06/06/2024)

Every year, May is dedicated to diversity in Europe. In Estonia, the year 2024 has been declared the Year of Cultural Richness by the Ministry of Culture, so the Estonian Human Rights Centre (EHRC), the coordinator of Diversity Charter in Estonia, focused on cultural diversity this Diversity Month as well.

European Diversity Month reveals that inclusion policies will be the lever for sustainable economic growth (06/06/2024)

The official event, held in Málaga, brought together leaders from the world of business, the public sector, the media and sport, who see Andalusia as an opportunity to grow in innovation and diversity.

Diversity Day (06/06/2024)

On Thursday 30/5/2024 Diversity Charter Greece in collaboration with Generation Y, member company of Diversity Charter Greece, held the Diversity Day entitled ''Best Practices for Diversity & Inclusion actions in companies, as well as for the effective communication of these in the labour market''.

Diversity & Inclusion Business Breakfast (06/06/2024)

The first Diversity and Inclusion Business Breakfast was organized on Thursday, May 16, 2024, on the initiative of the Diversity Charter for Greek businesses and on the occasion of the 5th European Diversity Month 2024, an initiative of the European Commission to promote Diversity and Inclusion issues in businesses.

New Platform for the European Diversity Barometer! (10/06/2024)

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the newly European Diversity Barometer platform, project led by the Diversity Charter Luxembourg. This innovative and user-friendly platform was designed to foster greater engagement and collaboration across Europe on crucial diversity issues.

Inspiration Session during European Diversity Month (10/06/2024)

On May 14, 2024, an inspiration session took place at the Cinerama Film Theater in Rotterdam (Netherlands), in honor of European Diversity Month. The event, organized in collaboration with the European Commission, UN Global Compact, and Movies that Matter, combined the power of film and in-depth discussions to convey a strong message.

Kaufland Romania and the Museum of Immersive New Art celebrated the inclusion of people with disabilities (10/06/2024)

For four months, Kaufland Romania, one of the Romanian Diversity Charter’s signatories, traveled through several cities in the country with the project "Caravana A.C.C.E.S.," alongside George Baltă, a former rugby player and current wheelchair marathoner, and director Tedy Necula, to promote the integration of people with disabilities into the labor market.

100 „loans” during the inaugural D&I Living Library hosted by the Romanian Diversity Charter (10/06/2024)

To mark #EUDiversityMonth this year, the Romanian Diversity Charter hosted its first D&I Living Library Event for the Charter’s signatories on 30th May at the STUP premises in Bucharest. From 2 to 6 PM, the event provided a unique learning opportunity for our signatories and communities involved, enabling face-to-face dialogues on important D&I topics, and connecting individuals with firsthand organizational and personal experiences.

10 YEARS FOR DIVERSITY DAY AND 39 NEW SIGNATORIES (10/06/2024)

On Tuesday May 14, 2024, Diversity Day celebrated its 10th anniversary! This national day is a privileged opportunity for organisations to take concrete action for greater equity and inclusion in the professional world (whether or not they are signatories to the Diversity Charter). The event aims to unites companies, public organisations and associations to promote diversity.

From Sports to the media: Promoting human rights with cultural leaders, athletes and journalists (06/06/2024)

The official event, presented by Verónica Chumillas, RTVE Andalucía news editor, highlighted the role of sport, culture and the media in promoting human rights and diversity.

Deploy your Talents (10/06/2024)

On May 23rd, at the Elfo Puccini Theatre in Milan and as part of the European Diversity Month, was held the final event of Deploy your Talents, the program to relaunch technical-scientific studies, beyond gender stereotypes, born from CSR Europe and developed in Italy by Fondazione Sodalitas.

33 companies have participated in the Diversity Charter signing ceremony, which already has more than 1,600 signatory organizations in Spain (06/06/2024)

A total of 33 business leaders participated in the signing ceremony of the Diversity Charter. This meeting was held in the Edgar Neville Auditorium of the Malaga Provincial Council.

The Romanian Diversity Charter has welcomed new signatories (10/06/2024)

We are delighted to announce the continued growth of the Romanian Diversity Charter, with the commitment of 242 signatories representing approximately 315,000 employees.

Opening event of the fifth European Diversity Month – join us on 25 April! (08/04/2024)

The opening event of the 5th European Diversity Month is just around the corner! Join us in person or online on 25 April, listen to inspiring discussions and have your own say on what is important for diversity and inclusion!

Local authorities shortlisted for the 2024 European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award (08/04/2024)

Almost 70 local authorities across the European Union applied for this year’s European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award - 15 of them made it to the final round. The winners will be announced at the Award Ceremony that will take place on 25 April 2024 – registrations are still open.

Berlin Conference to Seek Practical Ways to Retain Women in Tech Workforce (08/04/2024)

Despite significant investment and prioritisation in EU policies, the percentage of women working in ICT professions has only grown from 17% to 18.5% in the last 7 years. CEPIS DiversIT Charter and the German Informatics Society, together with the Fraunhofer ICT Group, and supported by #SheTransformsIT, are organising a conference to try to find solutions to this lack of meaningful progress in retaining female tech talent.

EU Diversity Charter in Hungary (video) (09/04/2024)

The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) organized its annual Diversity Award and Charter Signing Gala at the end of last year.

Yettel, IBM and Paysafe are the winners of the prestigious Diversity at Work award in Bulgaria (08/04/2024)

Sofia, Bulgaria, 25 March 2024 The new winners of the prestigious Diversity at Work Awards were announced at a prominent ceremony on 19 March. The big winner is Yettel Bulgaria, IBM Bulgaria ranked second and Paysafe Bulgaria took the third place. A total of 15 companies had submitted their DEI programmes in the Annual Responsible Business Awards, the 21st edition of the prestigious national competition for corporate social responsibility, sustainable development and diversity, organised by the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum (BBLF).

EU Diversity Panel Discussion by the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum and Corvinus University of Budapest (09/04/2024)

Close to 100 university students participated in the round table discussion organized in the framework of the collaboration between Corvinus University Budapest and the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum.

Inclusive Workplace. Diversity Certification Scheme (09/04/2024)

We are thrilled to announce a dynamic collaboration between Diversity Charter Greece and Eurocert, marking the beginning of an exciting partnership that holds great promise for both entities and the communities we serve.

Joint Effort in the Budapest Business Sphere to Support the Proportional Composition of Leading Bodies and the Participation of Women (09/04/2024)

The Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT), the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) and the Institute of Directors (IoD) signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 7 March 2024 in Budapest, Hungary to support diversity in the decision-making bodies of domestic companies.

EU Diversity Month: planned activities in Italy (09/04/2024)

Sodalitas Foundation (The Italian Diversity Charter) has planned the following initiatives to celebrate the Diversity Month in our Country

3M people reached in Spain Campaign “Zero Discrimination at Work” (08/04/2024)

On March 1 the Spanish Diversity Charter and their signatories celebrated the International Day of Zero Discrimination. A date that aims to promote equal rights and opportunities for all people, regardless of their ethnic origin, nationality, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or any other individual, social or cultural condition.

Neurodiversity Day: 'UNDERSTANDING Neurodiversity / BUILDING a strong professional environment with a wide range of competences' (09/04/2024)

Diversity Charter Greece and MOTODYNAMIKI, joined forces and held the Diversity Day on Neurodiversity.

Signatories of Slovak Diversity Charter discussed the topics of workplace inclusion (09/04/2024)

The Annual Meeting of the Slovak Diversity Charter’s Signatories was dominated by inclusion topics – language that addresses everyone and leadership that does not exclude anyone.

Celebrate Diversity Month together with the Polish Diversity Charter! (09/04/2024)

Diversity Month is the largest event implemented by the Diversity Charter in Poland in support of anti-discrimination in the workplace. Each year, the event brings together experts in diversity management and those working on behalf of people at risk of exclusion and discrimination. This year Responsible Business Forum launches two events - the Inauguration of Diversity Month on April 23, 2024 in Wroclaw and the Closing Event on May 21 in Warsaw.

International Women’s Day Event Focusing on Generations at the Workplace (09/04/2024)

When it comes to any great collaboration, it’s crucial that we understand each other: the International Women's Day event of the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum and Baker McKenzie on 13 March 2024 in Budapest, Hungary put the cooperation of different generations in the spotlight.

Inclusive Communication for business, and inclusive leadership WORKSHOP (09/04/2024)

The Inclusive Communication for Business Workshop, which took place in the framework of the N.I.C.E. Neutral and Inclusive Communication in Corporate Environments project co-funded by the EU, was successfully completed.

DiverCity Career Fair (09/04/2024)

An open invitation to all civil society organisations, businesses and job seekers was issued by the DiverCity Career Fair organised in the framework of the European project PROGEDI, with the active participation of Diversity Charter Greece.

"Encountering Diversity: Women in Modern Business" Conference in Thessaloniki (09/04/2024)

With great success was organised the Conference "Encountering Diversity: Women in Modern Business," which took place on Women's Day in the vibrant city of Thessaloniki.

Join us in May in celebrating European Diversity Month! (13/02/2024)

The 5th EU Diversity Month theme is ”Embracing the future of work through inclusion and diversity”.

From Vision to Action: The ACCES Program at Kaufland (13/02/2024)

In a tandem interview, Estera Anghelescu, Recruiting and Employer Branding Director and ACCES Program Coordinator, along with Ștefan Sfeatcu, Project Manager ACCES, shed light on Kaufland's transformative ACCES program.

European Commissioner Helena Dalli participates in the Spanish Diversity Charter Awards (13/02/2024)

Helena Dalli, European Commissioner for Equality, was the guest of honour at the Spanish Diversity Charter Awards, held in Madrid at the end of 2023

Czech Diversity Charter celebrates its 10th anniversary (13/02/2024)

This year Czech Diversity Charter celebrates its 10th anniversary. That's why we are happy to bring the Czech labor market and all employers our contribution in the form of the Diversity & Inclusion MasterClass project. The project was funded by the European Union, program Law, Equality and Citizenship (2014-2020).

Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion in Hungary (13/02/2024)

The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) held its annual Diversity Awards and Charter Signing Ceremony at the end of last year in Budapest, bringing together prominent players of the local business sphere

Premium HBLF X Mentor Executive Workshop on Risk Management (13/02/2024)

The international X Mentor Executive program, launched by the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum, provides both mentors and mentees with structured training and a chance for close collaboration across organizations and sectors. During its year-long mentorship, HBLF also offers workshops on topics related to career building: the second premium workshop of the HBLF X Mentor Executive program was hosted by KPMG Hungary and focused on risk management in practice.

EU Platform of Diversity Charters meeting: 13-14 November 2023 - Milan (13/02/2024)

Last November 13 and 14, Sodalitas Foundation, through the Italian Diversity Charter, hosted for the first time in Italy the EU Platform of Diversity Charters meeting. It has been an opportunity for the Italian Diversity Charter to make the other charters and the European Commission aware of the Italian scenario, to share its commitment to fostering inclusion in the workplace in Italy and the highlight the commitment of our companies.

A Communication Lab within the #NICE Project (13/02/2024)

On November 29th, as part of the #NICE #Project (Neutral and Inclusive Language in Corporate Environments), the Romanian Diversity Charter organized a Communication Lab.

Launching the 3rd edition of the Workplace Inclusion Champion Program in Romania this spring (13/02/2024)

The Romanian Diversity Charter announces the third edition of the regional program - Workplace Inclusion Champion (WIC).

The Romanian Diversity Charter has welcomed new signatories (13/02/2024)

We are delighted to announce the continued growth of the Romanian Diversity Charter.

3rd European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award is now open for applications! (12/12/2023)

The Award recognises the work done by cities, towns, or regions in the European Union to promote inclusion and create discrimination-free societies.

IBM's Journey in Fostering Neurodiversity and Inclusion (12/12/2023)

In this interview, we speak with Gabriella Pacso, IBM EMEA Growth Acceleration Leader and IBM Diversity & Inclusion Champion at IBM, about the importance of neurodiversity in diversity and inclusion. Gabriella shares insights on IBM's approach to neurodiversity, progress made, and accommodations for neurodiverse employees. We also discuss IBM's efforts to train managers and colleagues, raise awareness, and the business benefits of recruiting and retaining neurodiverse talent.

NICE (Neutral & Inclusive Language in Corporate Environments) – Diversity Charters of Cyprus, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Romania and Greece (12/12/2023)

The partnership of NICE – an EU-funded programme – attended the 5th Diversity in Business Conference in Athens, Greece, co-organised by KEAN and Diversity Charter Greece.

Launch of the 7th edition of the Women Engineers for a Day programme (12/12/2023)

The 7th edition of the Women Engineers for a Day programme, which will run throughout the 2023/2024 school year, began on the 11th October, the day that marks International Day of the Girl, a United Nations initiative to recognize the rights of girls and young women and the unique challenges they face around the world.

Diversity Charter in Poland wraps up this year’s work and announces its upcoming initiatives (12/12/2023)

Diversity Charter Gala took place in Warsaw on 28th November 2023. Agenda consisted of experts talks and discussion panels dedicated to age management, DEI measuring and diversity in the creative industries. Organisers leveraged the event to announce open call for 2nd edition of the Diversity Charter Award and to release a report presenting maturity level in managing diversity and building inclusive workplace of the most-advanced employers in Poland.

Banca Transilvania Group has joined the Romanian Diversity Charter (12/12/2023)

Banca Transilvania Group has joined the Romanian Diversity Charter, becoming the signatory from the financial-banking sector with the largest number of employees in Romania

“It is a source of energy and inspiration for the future”: Interview with Previous HBLF Diversity Award Winners (12/12/2023)

As the exclusive representative of the European Diversity Charter in the country, the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) established the HBLF Awards for Diversity six years ago to recognize the outstanding and influential work of local corporations and individuals.

Spotlight on Inclusive Communication (12/12/2023)

In a recent session in Milan during the EU Diversity Charters Platfor Meeting, Dana Oancea, founder of the Romanian Diversity Charter, shed light on the importance of inclusive language in fostering diverse and inclusive environments. Language, she emphasized, not only shapes our perceptions but also mirrors societal norms.

5th Diversity In Business Conference 2023 (12/12/2023)

This year's Diversity in Business Conference had it all! Influential personalities, inspirational speeches, meaningful discussions, stand-up comedy, measurable results and certification of diversity policies, interaction game and a social responsibility action for young people.

The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) Forges International Connections in Rome (12/12/2023)

HBLF’s Women Business Leaders Forum meets regularly for professional programs in Hungary and abroad—this time, they participated in a professional program in Rome.

Talking about DEI! (09/10/2023)

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI for short), is popping up everywhere, much like mushrooms after rain, which in Finland are incredibly plentiful this year. Both these phenomena make me immensely happy.

It’s time that we support men, not women, to break the «glass ceiling» (09/10/2023)

Every woman in a management position that I speak to has heard this well-meant advice at some point in her career: « You need to learn to be a bit tougher. Be more assertive. And don’t be so sensitive - then you’ll be taken seriously at the top! ».

On the road of discouraging racism: An interview with author Rowena Marin (09/10/2023)

Rowena Marin is a Romani woman, author, and Global Agency Lead at Google, in New York. She is the co-founder of The School of Reinvention - a company meant to help people align with their passions and purpose. In her book: ‘Who am I in the world?” she tells her story in order to encourage other young women from closed communities to pursue education, grow and define themselves beyond any labels. In this interview we explore, among others, what shape individual and personal questions can take for companies interested in D&I.

The players of the Spanish Women's Football Team, recognized at the Spanish Diversity Charter Awards (09/10/2023)

The Spanish Diversity Charter, Fundación Diversidad, has announced that the players of the Spanish Women's Football Team will be awarded a special mention at the IX Fundación Diversidad Awards. This recognition celebrates the transcendental contribution of the players to the world of sport and to Spanish society as a whole.

The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum Joins Forces with the European Women on Boards to Promote Gender Balance in Leadership (09/10/2023)

As the exclusive representative of the EU Diversity Charter in Hungary, the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) is committed to promote diversity and inclusion at the workplace, equal opportunity, and women’s participation in leadership.

Embracing Diversity: Unveiling the Enhanced Diversity Charter Cyprus Packages (09/10/2023)

In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, diverse, and inclusive, the Diversity Charter Cyprus is proud to announce the relaunch of its enhanced packages this September. This announcement is not merely about products; it signifies the unity of a vibrant community committed to embracing diversity.

Responsible Business Forum in Poland leads enterprises to respect children’s rights (09/10/2023)

The newly launched Charter of Children’s Rights in Business aims to foster respectful approach towards kids and youth within the whole value chain. The Responsible Business Forum in Poland just launched a new initiative parallel to the Diversity Charter. First 30 organisations became signatories on the first day.

Flexicurity - Danish Inspiration (09/10/2023)

Czech Diversity Charter in cooperation with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark in the Czech Republic and under the auspices of the Member of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, Michaela Opltová, organized an event "Flexicurity: Labour Market Innovation - Danish Inspiration."

AQTIVATE Kick-off Event at the University of Cyprus: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace (09/10/2023)

In an era where diversity and inclusion have become pivotal facets of a thriving workplace, the AQTIVATE Kick-off Event held at the University of Cyprus on September 29, 2023, served as a beacon of inspiration and change. This remarkable gathering brought together thought leaders, educators, students, and professionals, all with the common goal of fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Diversity Management in Romanian Organisations. 2nd edition (09/10/2023)

In late June, the Romanian Diversity Charter released the publication "Diversity Management in Romanian Organizations" to celebrate the Charter's 5th anniversary.

Self-Promotion and Preconceptions: International Mentor Program’s #IAmRemarkable Workshop Supports Women in Leadership in Hungary (09/10/2023)

The Hungarian Business Leaders Forum’s award-winning initiative has been actively supporting women in leadership for six years now. The

DIVERSITY AWARDS LËTZEBUERG 2023 (09/10/2023)

The 5th Diversity Awards ceremony took place on Thursday, 28 September. Held every two years, this event highlights the best national practices in favour of diversity.

“LBTQ+ at work” was the theme of our monthly digital live seminar (09/10/2023)

The moderator Aaron Kroon, Multi-Awarded Leader and Diversity Trailblazer and HR Executive, told us about his experiences of the culture of silence in Swedish business life in the mid-90s.

HBLF X Mentor Executive Program Held Its First Exclusive Workshop for Board Candidates (09/10/2023)

The issue of gender equality became even more important in the light of the new European Union directive, according to which the underrepresented gender must reach a minimum of 33% in the executive board in listed companies.

HBLF Diversity Charter Event Series to Share Corporate Good Practices on Diversity (09/10/2023)

This year, the HBLF Diversity Charter launched an event series in Budapest to share corporate good practices.

Many of Diversity Charter Swedens´ members took part in Stockholm Pride (09/10/2023)

This included Scandic Hotels, Nordea, IKEA, Handelsbanken, TietoEvry, Swedish Football Federation and Unionen.

The Romanian Diversity Charter has welcomed new signatories (09/10/2023)

We are delighted to announce the continued growth of the Romanian Diversity Charter, with the commitment of 225 signatories representing approximately 270,000 employees.

Workplace Inclusion Champion - 7-modular training program for business professionals in Croatia (09/10/2023)

The Croatian Diversity Charter (DC), run by the Croatian Business Council for Sustainable Development (HR BCSD) has had an exciting year thus far, as diversity and inclusion (D&I) topics begin to reach major traction in the business sector.

Looking back at the European Diversity Month and looking forward to more organisations measuring diversity and inclusion (17/07/2023)

Celebrated each May, European Diversity Month draws attention to the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. This year’s theme focused on assessing diversity and inclusion.

Questions of Data Collection and Measurement (17/07/2023)

By Maria Hegarty, Diversity Charter Ireland/Equality Strategies

European Commission unveiled winners of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award 2023 (18/07/2023)

In a high-level ceremony in Brussels, Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli together with Vice-President Věra Jourová and representative of Committee of Regions Kate Feeney announced the winners of this year’s European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award.

Access City Award 2024: applications are open (18/07/2023)

Applications for the Access City Award competition are open until 18 September 2023. This European award recognises cities which have undertaken outstanding work to become more accessible for persons with disabilities.

“If you want to belong, you have to contribute” (17/07/2023)

There is something deeply satisfying in hearing the humming of six groups, comprised of people who were largely strangers to each other just hours ago, deep in conversation and joint contemplation. To me, as a bridge builder and a network facilitator, it is the sound of happy success. On Finland’s Diversity Charter’s Diversity Month 2023 -workshop on how Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) could accelerate DEI-work, this sound filled the event venue, encircling the participants with glue that kept many of them talking together long after the event was officially over.

Celebration of the EU Diversity Month in Barcelona, Spain: Bringing diversity closer to all territories of the country (17/07/2023)

Spain is a diverse country, with different peoples, languages, cultures and regions. This year, the European Diversity Month official event was held for the first time in Barcelona, with the aim of bringing Diversity closer to different territories of the country.

Diversity Charter Bulgaria Annual Get Together (17/07/2023)

Over 80 signatories and supporters gathered to mark EU Diversity Month 2023

Diversity Fair in Cyprus (17/07/2023)

Diversity Fair in Cyprus has been completed with success. It featured a plethora of providers, volunteers, supporters and logistics to bring it to life and undoubtedly it was worth every second of planning!

European Diversity Day 2023: Building Bridges - Diversity, Sustainability & Partnership (17/07/2023)

Adaptation to current changes and social challenges is only possible if Europe as a whole agrees on it. Swedish Ambassador Fredrik Jörgensen said this at the international conference "European Diversity Day 2023: Building Bridges - Diversity, Sustainability & Partnership". He also mentioned that the Swedes prioritize the topic of gender equality and inclusion during the Swedish presidency of the Council of the European Union.

An intersectional focus on Diversity (17/07/2023)

Diversity Charter Denmark hosted our annual Signing Event on the 9th of May. As it was diversity month, we celebrated diversity together with our signatories (both old and new ones) by officially signing the charter together. The theme of the day was intersectionality in the workplace, as we want to talk about diversity across different identity markers and how those intersect.

The D&I training workshop “Diversity&Inclusion: promoting inclusion through confrontation” (17/07/2023)

The D&I training workshop “Diversity&Inclusion: promoting inclusion through confrontation” dedicated to our member companies and signatories of the Italian Diversity Charter was held on 30 May. Organised as part of the European Diversity Month and funded by the European Commission, the meeting was attended by 23 people from 20 companies. Through the use of diversophy® cards, trainer Maura Di Mauro showed us how confrontation, sharing and action are fundamental to foster inclusive workplaces.

EU Diversity Month 2023 in Hungary (17/07/2023)

In May, we have celebrated and highlighted the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion across Europe. Cultural diversity, women leaders, LGBTQIA+, well-being, inclusive employment, and many other topics have been highlighted in Hungary in the context of the HBLF EU Diversity Month 2023.

European Diversity Month's activities in Greece (17/07/2023)

One more year we celebrated the European Diversity Month through actions and synergies with the aim of “sending” the message of diversity and inclusion as far as possible.

9th Diversity Day in Luxembourg (17/07/2023)

The 9th edition of the Diversity Day took place in Luxembourg on May 23, 2023. Public and private sector organisations, across the country, were invited to launch initiatives to illustrate their commitment to diversity themes through striking and entertaining actions.

EUDiversity Month 2023. Building bridges in Poland (17/07/2023)

May is broadly celebrated by EU member countries. European Diversity Month is one of flagship activities held by Diversity Charters Platform that Poland is a part of.

Bulgarian Diversity Charter Announced Diversity at Work Champions 2022 (28/03/2023)

3 companies won the accolades in the Annual Responsible Business Awards, Bulgaria’s top corporate social responsibility, sustainability and diversity contest

Join us online or in Brussels on 27 April and 28 April for two key events in the diversity and inclusion calendar (27/04/2023)

The European Commission will hold a high-level event on Diversity on 27-28 April 2023 with the Commissioner for Equality, Helena Dalli, where the winners of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award will be announced and EU Diversity Month 2023 will be officially opened.

Sodalitas D&I Assessment Tool Report: insights from Italian signatories (28/03/2023)

The report with the 2022 results of Sodalitas D&I Assessment Tool by the signatories of Italian Diversity Charter has been published.

EU Policy Corner - 3 questions to the Commission coordinator for anti-racism (13/04/2023)

Michaela Moua is the first ever nominated Coordinator for anti-racism. It has been two years that she has been in this role, so it is a great opportunity to sit down with her and learn a bit more on what has happened during this time.

Diverse and Active: Promoting Diversity and Non-Discrimination in the Workplace (28/03/2023)

The project Diverse and Active: Promoting Diversity and Non-Discrimination in the Workplace aims to develop a set of transformative tools and instruments for promoting diversity and tolerance, as well as fighting discrimination in the workplace, mainly focusing on human resources professionals and labor inclusion professionals. This project is being developed in partnership with the European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN-Portugal), the European Intercultural Club and Likestillinggsenteret KUN - Centre for Equality and Diversity.

Virtual workshop - Disability Employment Package – what it is and how it will contribute to more inclusive workplace? (24/05/2023)

The Commission is committed to establishing inclusive labour market, where all people are given equal opportunities. Currently in the EU, only about 50% of persons with disabilities is in employment. At EU level, the employment gap between persons with and without disabilities currently stands at about 23 p.p.

Inclusive language, Annual meeting of Charter Signatories and Training on D&I among topics and activities in Slovak Diversity Charter (28/03/2023)

The regular meeting of Diversity Charter Ambassadors to exchange good practice – Small Talk – took place in mid-February and the topic was inclusive language and challenges of its using. The Slovak Diversity Charter has started year 2023 with 129 signatories from various business areas and sectors. Their annual meeting took place in mid-March and offered inspiration from abroad, discussion tables on D&I topics, as well as the topic of a psychologically safe work environment. This year news within the Charter is D&I in practice training, which offers signatories an overview of D&I areas that require a special attention, but also an overview of practical tips on activities and measures that can be implemented in these areas.

Latest from the Diversity Charter Greece (29/03/2023)

Open Diversity Day: The art of being woman, presentation of the Charter and a new signatory

Without Europe, there would not be a Dutch Diversity Charter (14/02/2023)

Column by Alice Odé, Coordinator Dutch Diversity Charter Alice Odé, Charter coordinator and Program Manager SER Diversity at Work, helped to ensure a launch of a Diversity Charter in the Netherlands. That did not go without its challenges. Examples of neighboring countries that already had such a Charter convinced hesitant politicians.

German Diversity Charter launches extensive anti-racism toolbox (14/02/2023)

Starting in August 2021, our pilot project "Raising Antiracist Awareness - Strengthening Competence for Diversity in the Workplace" is now concluded with a product launch: the anti-racism toolbox.

Spanish companies double their commitment to Diversity and Innovation (14/02/2023)

This is one of the conclusions of the report "Innodiversity in the Spanish business 2019-2022", published by Fundación Diversidad (organization responsible for the Diversity Charter in Spain) and the academic center IE Foundation, which was presented at the European Commission Representation in Spain on February 1st.

Italian Gender Equality Certification System (14/02/2023)

On December 1 2022 the Italian Diversity Charter organized a webinar on Italian Gender Equality Certification System, in collaboration with Italian Department for Equal Opportunities, UNI (Italian standardization body), Bureau Veritas, Rina, Certiquality and DNV.

The community of signatory companies in the Diversity Charter is growing (14/02/2023)

On 13.12.2022, a ceremonial event for new signatories of the Diversity Charter was hosted by Mrs. Monika Ladmanová, Head of the Representation of the European Commission in the Czech Republic at the premises of the European House. In this event also participated in person Mrs. Adela Šípová, Senator of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, who deals with the diversity and inclusion agenda.

RBF has announced the third edition of Diversity IN Check (DINC) - a tool supporting Polish employers in their strategic approach to DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) (14/02/2023)

The Diversity IN Check is a survey which has been designed to diagnose the maturity of companies/organisations in managing diversity and building an inclusive workplace. Employers prioritising diversity management are better able to meet the challenges of the modern world by harnessing the potential of diversity to enhance innovation, contribute to their financial performance and at the same time strengthen social cohesion. The organiser of the project is the Responsible Business Forum, the coordinator of the Polish Diversity Charter.

Romania - new signatories and possible to sign up to the new learning journey (14/02/2023)

5 new organizations have become signatories of the Romanian Diversity Charter in the last two months, among them Intersport Romania, The University of Bucharest, Dover Business Services, Tenneco and Vitesco Technologies Engineering Romania.

Swedish Diversity Charter new website is up and running (14/02/2023)

The biggest news is that we have “Knowledge bank” where we have collected all our digital activities by discriminations grounds as well as all the recorded films. The aim is to make it easier to find knowledge and be able to share it.

May is the European Diversity Month! (14/02/2023)

Celebrated each May, European Diversity Month draws attention to the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. This is your organisation’s chance to take a stand and promote diversity and inclusion.

Applications opened for the 2023 European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards (15/02/2023)

Does your town, city or region have what it takes to be one of Europe's #DiversityCapitals? Are you taking concrete steps towards equality?

Funding opportunities available (20/12/2022)

The European Commission has opened a new call for proposals to promote equality and to fight against racism, xenophobia and discrimination (CERV-2023-EQUAL)

EU ministers adopt recommendations on early childhood and long term care (08/12/2022)

The Council adopted two recommendations: 1. on early childhood education and care and 2. on affordable high-quality long-term care.

Support needs of employers identified (20/12/2022)

The Dutch Diversity Charter investigates over 6.000 helpdesk questions on diversity and inclusion. How do I create awareness and support for diversity and inclusion in my organisation, and how can I adjust personnel policy accordingly? These are the hot topics the Dutch employers most often submitted to the SER Diversity at Work helpdesk. This reveals an analysis of 6.000 helpdesk questions over the period of 2019-2021.

Gender equality in the workplace (19/12/2022)

Italy lags far behind on the gender equality both at European (at 14th place according to Gender Equality Index) and world level (at 63rd according to Global Gender Gap Index).

Diversity and Gender Equality in Football. International Experiences of Diversity and Inclusion Management (19/12/2022)

October 24, Fundación Diversidad –Diversity Charter of Spain-, organized a free webinar together with Leadership Woman Football, named “Diversity and gender equality in football. International experiences of diversity and inclusion management”.

4th Diversity in Business Conference 2022. The next day on diversity and inclusion. (19/12/2022)

The 4th Diversity in Business Conference was held with great success and distinguished speakers, who addressed key issues for the promotion and advocacy of equal opportunities and healthy inclusion of personnel in Greek businesses.

Diversity Charter Cyprus autumn activities and events (19/12/2022)

Autumn has been a delightfully busy period for the Diversity Charter Cyprus. We have had the honour and pleasure to take part in a number of activities and events dedicated to Diversity, both locally, as well as abroad and these were just the start!

Here’s a glimpse of APPDI activities in the last months (20/12/2022)

APPDI continued to provide training and workshops on topics such as Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity, unconscious biases and discrimination, inclusive and neutral language, and inclusive recruitment, to organizations, including public institutes. Since the beginning of the year, we already trained more than 880 people.

Diversity Charter Sweden November 2022 (20/12/2022)

These have been busy times for Diversity Charter Sweden.

HBLF Women Campaign (19/12/2022)

The Board of Hungarian Busines Leaders Forum (HBLF) has invited the CEOs of Hungarian companies to stand together and make commitment on the occasion of International Women's Day, so that more and more women have the opportunity to prove their talents and competence as leaders.

What's on the table for the Slovak Diversity Charter? (20/12/2022)

Roma people inclusion, Czech-Slovak cooperation, LGBTI+ people and neurodiversity at workplace among topics in Slovak Diversity Charter

Dutch Inspiration session Diversity Day 2022: 'Try to see the person for who they are' (14/08/2022)

During the European Diversity Month (in the run-up to the Dutch Diversity Day on October 4th 2022), SER Diversiteit in Bedrijf (Dutch Diversity Charter) organized an Inspiration session together with their partners a few weeks ago. The central question of the session was: How do we ensure that difference will enrich us?

European Diversity Month 2022: building bridges for a more inclusive society (29/04/2022)

The EU Diversity Month honours efforts by organisations to help build equal and inclusive environments for the benefit of all. The theme of this year’s Diversity Month is building bridges.

Welcome to the 17th EU Platform of the Diversity Charters newsletter! (11/08/2022)

This edition of our Newsletter is dedicated to the celebrations of the European Diversity Month 2022 and the first edition of the European Capitals of Diversity and Inclusion Award in the first half of 2022. Here you can find all information about these initiatives, official launch events as well as examples of various events organised by the Diversity Charters.

Promoting the spirit of Diversity in Greece (12/08/2022)

This year we celebrated the European Diversity Month through activities with an experiential and interactive content.

EU Diversity Month 2022 in Slovak Diversity Charter (14/08/2022)

Besides the events organized by Charter signatories to promote inclusion & diversity at workplace, events to support LGBT+ community and D&I conference with Charter presentation, the Slovak Charter organised specific happenings on Women in Leadership and the impact the war in Ukraine has on our attitude towards refugees.

Portuguese Charter celebrating the European Diversity Month 2022 (14/08/2022)

The European Diversity Month 2022 brought with it new exciting partnerships and milestones!

The actions of Fondazione Sodalitas in Italy for the European Diversity Month 2022 (14/08/2022)

This year Fondazione Sodalitas - as promoter of Italian Diversity Charter -, developed different initiatives during the European Diversity Month, the annual event held in May and organised by the European Commission to raise awareness of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and societies.

Celebrating European Diversity Month in Cyprus (11/08/2022)

For this year's Diversity Month, the Diversity Charter Cyprus co-organised three main activities at national level.

EU Diversity Month in Romania (14/08/2022)

On the occasion of the EU Diversity Month, the Romanian Diversity Charter organized o range of actions with the aim to engage Charter’s signatories in the celebration of the second edition of the EU Diversity Month in Romania, by creating at the same time a solid ground for debating and informing about the benefits of diversity and inclusion at the workplace.

Access City Award 2023 – Open for applications (11/08/2022)

The 2023 Access City Award competition is now open for applications! Since 2010, this award recognises cities that are making significant efforts to become more accessible for persons with disabilities and have plans for further improvement.

Women leaders, disability, employee’s mental health and LGBT among topics in Hungary during the EU Diversity Month 2022 (14/08/2022)

The Diversity Month 2022 organised by the EU Diversity Charter Hungary was joined by numerous Charter signatories and partners, so Hungary had a colorful programme of 55 events to offer (2021: nearly 30). 38 organizers of 55 events engaged with further 86 co-organizers and speakers and involved 10000 participants to spend 135 hours on diversity and inclusion and its subtopics.

#EUDiversityMonth and the 10th anniversary of the Diversity Charter in Poland (14/08/2022)

The Polish Diversity Charter celebrated the European Diversity Month as part of the year-round celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Diversity Charter in Poland, coordinated by the Responsible Business Forum.

The 10th German Diversity Day: a big celebration! (31/05/2022)

What a successful month of May it has been! Not only did we celebrate an exciting kick-off in Brussels for the third European Diversity Month, in Germany the month was also crowned by a big anniversary celebration of the 10th German Diversity Day on 31 May.

The charm and the benefits of an outdoor Diversity Month exhibition in Estonia (12/08/2022)

The main event of the European Diversity Month in Estonia was a month-long exhibition in Telliskivi Creative City outdoor gallery, with photos focusing on generational diversity. Artists were found through Estonian street photography nonprofit, and the works featured people from different locations and age groups. The gallery has gained a lot of popularity due to its easy access and proved to be a great way for engaging people passing by.

Diversity Charter Spain: A great success of visibility and communication (12/08/2022)

May 18 marked the celebration of the EU Diversity Month in Spain, a great success in terms of visibility and communication!

Celebrating the European Diversity Month in Slovenia (14/08/2022)

This year, the Slovenian Charter put particular focus on the role of women in the workplace and organised two separate events together with the Diversity Charter Croatia on the topic.

The European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award 2022 (28/04/2022)

Commissioner Dalli launched the first European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award on 22 November 2021. This award is one of the deliverables of the EU anti-racism action plan and LGBTIQ Equality Strategy 2020-2025 and it shows how action at all levels is essential if we want to turn the tide and build a Union of Equality.

Bulgarian Diversity Charter Marked EU Diversity Month 2022 (11/08/2022)

Two events promoted the values and benefits of diversity and inclusion in the corporate world, and society! The Bulgarian Diversity Charter, launched in 2020 as a joint initiative of the Centre for the Study of Democracy and the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum, was pleased to join festivities across Europe marking EU Diversity Month in 2022.

Updates from the Diversity Charter Sweden (14/08/2022)

Last year we started to have Pepp Hours, where we meet for an hour to inform and inspire each other, to be prepared for Diversity Month. This year we hade Jana Kukuckova from the EU Commission. She inspired us, how to use the Diversity Month material. We also find it useful to give our members a feeling that they are a part of something big.