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Introducing Our New Diversity & Inclusion Ambassadors Starter-Kit Are you ready to champion diversity and inclusion within your organization through an Ambassador Program ? We are excited to present our comprehensive D&I Ambassadors Starter-Kit , designed specifically for your Ambassadors . What’s Inside the Starter-Kit? Our Starter-Kit consists of three interactive workshop modules that will help future D&I Ambassadors understand their essential role and foster agile collaboration . They...

Veröffentlicht am 31. May 2023

German Diversity Day: A Celebration of Inclusion Diversity & Inclusion Matter Today’s German Diversity Day is an annual event that highlights the significance of #Diversity and #Inclusion , encouraging companies to reflect on their own diversity policies and practices. Fostering diversity in the workplace is not just the right thing to do—it’s also a smart business strategy . A diverse workforce brings a variety of perspectives, experiences, and ideas , leading to better problem-solving,...

Veröffentlicht am 23. May 2023

Standing Together on IDAHOBIT In a time when LGBTQI+ rights are increasingly under threat, solidarity, allyship, and community across identities and borders have never been more essential! What is IDAHOBIT? Today's International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia is a chance for individuals and organizations to show support for LGBTQI+ rights and equality . It’s a day to celebrate diversity , advocate for acceptance , and recognize the challenges LGBTQI+ people...

Veröffentlicht am 17. May 2023

Our motto for this year’s Diversity Month is again “𝐖𝐞 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧@𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐭“! Thus, there will be various interesting webinars and activities throughout Diversity Month in May to give all our employees exciting insights into topics around diversity and inclusion! In addition to three small learning sessions on Feedback, Inclusion Nudges, and Empathy & Trust, we have planned fun activities for lunch breaks that are about giving employees from different departments a chance to come together...

Veröffentlicht am 01. May 2023

The Inclusive-Language Nudge! As we strive to create more inclusive workplaces , it’s important to be mindful of our language and how it may unintentionally exclude or marginalize others . A simple yet powerful way to promote inclusive language is to use gender-neutral pronouns . When we use gender-neutral pronouns like “they” or “them” instead of assuming someone’s gender with “he” or “she” , we create a more welcoming and respectful environment for everyone. This acknowledges that not...

Veröffentlicht am 27. Apr 2023

Beyond Diversity: A Podcast on Inclusion Even though Global Diversity Awareness Month 2022 is coming to an end, addressing this important topic must continue. That’s why two of our team members recorded a short podcast series called “Beyond Diversity” . In the latest episode, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion experts, Marinda and Heidemarie , explore how organizations can go beyond diversity and take a systemic approach to reduce unconscious bias . Have a listen! You can find the link to...

Veröffentlicht am 19. Oct 2022

You have probably heard the English proverb “Birds of a feather flock together”. There is more to this common saying than we often think: in our private and professional lives, we tend to surround ourselves with people who are similar to us. A person with similar characteristics unconsciously inspires sympathy and trust in us. Here, we speak of the so-called ‘mini-me’ bias , which describes our tendency to surround ourselves predominantly with people who are similar to ourselves – in origin,...

Veröffentlicht am 29. Aug 2022

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Our Male Allies Today, on International Women’s Day , we in the ICUnet.Group want to celebrate alongside our male allies . There is a strong sense of gender equality within our company, and our male allies are a key part of reinforcing this. Together, we strive for full gender equality and express our gratitude for their continuous support. What Our Male Allies Have to Say Mathias Taubert (Business Consulting and Training) says, “Gender diversity is...

Veröffentlicht am 08. Mar 2022

Gender Balance: A Critical Factor for Business Success Gender balance plays a key role in the success of businesses. McKinsey&Company reports that companies with more than 30% women on their executive teams are more likely to outperform those with fewer women. However, closing the gender gap in economic participation and opportunity will take 267 years at the current rate (Global Gender Gap Report 2021, World Economic Forum). Making a Difference Both women and men must advocate for gender...

Veröffentlicht am 21. Feb 2022

According to a short research report about global mobility, 54% of all C-levels within French companies have been abroad at least once. The share of female executives is 40%, an above-average value in an intercultural comparison! Are you interested in more detailed information about this research reports? Feel free to contact us, we are looking forward to hear from you! Or would you like to share your personal experiences with us? Then join the dialogue on our LinkedIn channel.

Veröffentlicht am 21. Feb 2022