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The WiB Group invites you to join our annual Chair’s Lunch
Inclusion is critical to building a prosperous economy, and that’s why The WiB Group invites you to join us for our annual Chair’s Lunch – a celebration of our inclusive impact across Northern Ireland. The Chair’s Lunch welcomes over 400 business leaders and owners from all sectors across Northern Ireland. This event is more than…
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Alchemy Awarded Silver Diversity Mark Accreditation
The Silver Diversity Mark is awarded to organisations demonstrating significant progress in advancing diversity and inclusion across their workforce. This prestigious accreditation recognises Alchemy’s measurable achievements in promoting gender balance, supporting underrepresented groups, and creating equal opportunities for all employees. Huge congratulations to all the team at Alchemy on this robust achievement. Key Alchemy’s Milestones…
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Labour Relations Agency Awarded Silver Accreditation
We are delighted to share that the Labour Relations Agency have been awarded the Silver Diversity Mark Accreditation. This achievement reflects the dedication from their staff to create an inclusive workplace that benefits everyone. Within LRA various networks give staff a space to speak openly about issues and plan proactive initiatives to tackle EDI issues,…
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New Milestone for The WiB Group as Annual Report Shows 250,000 Impacted
Building on more than two decades of delivering positive change, The WiB Group has published its first annual report calling for a renewed focus on inclusive growth to power forward Northern Ireland’s economy. The report, ‘Making an Impact’, comprises the Group’s four social enterprises – Women in Business, Diversity Mark, Timely Careers and Centre of Learning – outlining the work achieved…
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Diversity Mark appoints Head of Business Development
Todd Engman has been appointed as the Head of Business Development with Diversity Mark to oversee growth and market expansion. Prior to joining Diversity Mark in October, Todd held various business development roles across multiple sectors. Most recently, as Director of Sales for an online learning platform. In 2019, Todd and his family relocated from Minnesota…
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Belfast Harbour Awarded Silver Diversity Mark Accreditation
Port and logistics hub, Belfast Harbour, has been awarded the Silver Diversity Mark Accreditation in recognition of their commitment to promoting and supporting diversity and inclusion. Recently awarded the Silver Accreditation for the progress they have made in establishing a more diverse workforce, with particular emphasis on their achievements in creating greater gender balance. The…
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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…
