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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…
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Tarasis Enterprises Awarded Bronze Diversity Mark Accreditation
Tarasis Enterprises, headquartered in Co. Armagh, is thrilled to announce its attainment of the Bronze Diversity Charter Mark, showcasing its unwavering dedication to fostering workplace diversity, equality, and inclusion. Tarasis Enterprises combines a diverse portfolio of businesses in health and social care, housing, and renewables, that share a common vision – to create sustainable, innovative…
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Terex Achieves Bronze Diversity Mark Accreditation
Terex is proud to have achieved the Bronze Diversity Mark Accreditation, a testament to their commitment and progress in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the organisation. “Achieving the Bronze Diversity Mark Accreditation holds special significance, especially in the manufacturing sector,” said Alana Hopper, Site HR and DEI Lead, Terex. “Our industry has traditionally…
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Diversity Mark partners with BITCNI to promote Diversity and Inclusion
Business in the Community (BITCNI) and Diversity Mark recently announced an exciting new partnership aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace throughout Northern Ireland. Within this partnership, a series of peer-learning and best practice-sharing events will be held specifically for EDI leaders. The first event was held on Wednesday 20th March at Allstate in…
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Baker McKenzie Launches New Domestic Abuse Policy
Global law firm and Silver Diversity Mark signatory, Baker McKenzie has announced the launch of a new Domestic Abuse Policy. In Northern Ireland, domestic abuse currently affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men, according to Belfast Women’s Aid. Domestic abuse is not limited to physical violence and can take the form of…
