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Oxford Professor to Headline Belfast’s Diversity and Inclusion Summit
University of Oxford Professor Tim Soutphommasane has been announced as keynote speaker of the upcoming Diversity Mark Annual Summit in Belfast. Taking place on 8th October in Titanic Belfast, tickets for this full day Summit are now on sale with over 300 business and diversity leaders expected to attend Northern Ireland’s largest conference focused on…
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Inclusive Insights – Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace
In partnership with BITC NI we are thrilled to announce a new series of monthly online sessions that aim to support businesses in creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces. By sharing best practice and raising awareness, we will explore a variety of themes including race, age, gender, and social mobility, and examine how these themes intersect.…
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Applied Systems Achieves Bronze Accreditation
Software solutions company, Applied Systems Europe has taken another significant step in their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) journey and commitment to the Diversity Mark.The Diversity Mark Accreditation is awarded to companies following an independent assessment process which ensures they have reached the required standard of commitment to advancing Diversity and Inclusion. Applied Systems has…
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How will Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion be a Critical Foundation for Success in the Workplaces of Tomorrow?
By Shruti Ambavat Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) plays a critical role in the UK’s labour market. A 2022 report by The Chartered Management Institute shines a light on these statistics: There is an urgent need for businesses to bridge the gap between recognising the importance of EDI and taking concrete action. Transparency in data…
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Danske Bank’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Recognised with Gold Diversity Mark Accreditation
Danske Bank has been awarded the Gold Diversity Mark, becoming the first bank in Northern Ireland and only the second company to achieve the top accreditation for its commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Diversity Mark was founded in 2016 and assesses company commitment to diversity and inclusion across the UK and Ireland.…
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Diversity and Inclusion Summit Planned for Belfast this Autumn
Click here to book your tickets. Northern Ireland’s largest conference focused on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within the sphere of business is taking place this October in Belfast. Billed as a transformative one-day event, the Diversity Mark Annual Summit will be hosted on 8 October in Titanic Belfast uniting over 300 business and diversity…
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Boardroom Diversity Breakfast at Gilbert-Ash
We are delighted to share the success of our recent Boardroom Diversity Breakfast hosted by Ray Hutchinson, Managing Director, and Maria Bradley, HR Director, at Gilbert-Ash. The event brought together senior business leaders dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion within their organisations. Our attendees heard from our Director, Christine White with insights on the benefits…
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Diversity Mark – Neurodiversity at Work – Industry Peer Session
At Diversity Mark’s recent Industry Peer Event on Neurodiversity at Work, we learned that it is an umbrella term for a range of different conditions, from ADHD to dyslexia, reflecting the differences seen in the functioning of the human brain. The event was hosted at PwC’s office in Belfast. We don’t all work in the…
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McAleer & Rushe Awarded Bronze Diversity Mark Accreditation
Leading Design & Build Contractor, McAleer & Rushe has achieved the Bronze Accreditation from Diversity Mark, marking a significant milestone in their Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) journey. The Diversity Mark Accreditation is awarded to companies following an independent assessment process which ensures they have reached the required standard of commitment to advancing Diversity and…
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Could Flexible Working Lead to a Truly Inclusive Workplace?
By Shruti Ambavat The Flexible Working Bill, effective from Saturday April 6, 2024, heralds a transformative era in employment practices, offering employees unprecedented rights to request flexible working conditions from the very first day of their employment in England, Scotland and Wales. One can argue that these changes are due to the disruption caused by…
