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.

The winners were Aimplas, Aon, Amimet, Asociación Almas Libres, CEAR, COFIDES and the players of the Spanish Women's Football Team, chosen as references in equality, inclusion and diversity of people and their exemplary leadership in promoting equality in the workplace. The territorial diversity was notable since the finalist and winning organizations were from various regions of Spain, such as Andalusia, Aragon, Castilla y León, Valencia region, Catalonia, Madrid and Navarra, among others.

Helena Dalli, European Commissioner for Equality, highlighted the importance of Diversity Charters as catalysts for change in the business environment:  “I encourage companies to continue working towards diversity and inclusion and to consider joining the national Diversity Charter. With actions aimed at creating safe and welcoming work spaces, where everyone has a place, which contributes to the well-being of employees and better business results.”

During the gala, 33 enterprises and organizations committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, signing the Charter.

María Eugenia Girón, president of Fundación Diversidad, underlined: “Diversity, equality and respect and recognition of the human rights are fundamental values ​​of the European Union. To move towards a Union of Equality where all people can live free of discrimination, Fundación Diversidad promotes the Diversity Charter in Spain. We will soon be 15 years old and in this time more than 1,650 entities in Spain have already adhered to the Diversity Charter. This is undoubtedly proof that the message of Diversity is becoming more and more important in our country, but we still have a long way to go to achieve effective inclusion, both at a social level and in the workplace.”

During the awards gala, the 2024 Diversity Calendar was presented, which was delivered to attendees.