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February 20th - World Day of Social Justice – and what does it have to do with companies?
Social justice doesn’t end at the office door – quite the opposite! Employers play a crucial role: they shape company cultures, set frameworks, and have the responsibility to actively promote equal opportunities. But the reality often looks different: One in three experiences discrimination in the workplace. Only two out of five people would report an incident. More than half don’t even know who to turn to. (Source: Global Workforce View Study, 2020) These aren’t new findings – but still,...
Veröffentlicht am 07. Mar 2025
Review Diversity Month and Diversity Challenge
We Say Thank You! Reflecting on an Inspiring Diversity Month We look back with joy at the inspiring Diversity Month we just experienced! Throughout May, we came together to celebrate diversity and inclusion at ICUnet.Group. It was a fantastic month filled with exciting initiatives from our inclusion@icunet team. A big thank you to everyone for the informative and engaging program ! The sessions provided valuable insights into the importance of diversity in the workplace and offered practical...
Veröffentlicht am 05. Jun 2023
German Diversity Day
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
IDAHOBIT – Together Always: United in Diversity
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
Happy Diversity Month: We LIVE inclusion@icunet
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
Inclusion Nudge for April: Inclusive Language
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
Global Diversity Awareness Month 2022
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
ICUnet at the Diversity Conference of the Charta der Vielfalt e.V.
On November 11 and 12, we had the opportunity to participate in this year's Diversity Conference of the Charta der Vielfalt e.V. Thank you for two exciting days of learning, listening, discussing and laughing together! We were particularly inspired by the Masterclass: "Language as Ally: Daring more diversity in internal communication". Dr. Katharina Schiederig and Dr. Endora Comer-Arldt showed very impressively how they have made their internal communication at Merck KGaA more inclusive in...
Veröffentlicht am 24. Nov 2021
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