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Current publications of the ICUnet.Group
Review Diversity Month and Diversity Challenge
We say thank you! 🧡 We look back happily on the inspiring Diversity Month that lies behind us: We were happy to come together regularly in May to celebrate diversity and inclusion in the ICUnet.Group. It was a great month with many inspiring exciting initiatives from our inclusion@icunet team . Once again, thank you for the varied, informative and entertaining programme! The sessions have given us valuable insights into the importance of diversity in the workplace and many practical...
Veröffentlicht am 05. Jun 2023
German Diversity Day
The today’s 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 is an annual event that celebrates the importance of #Diversity and #Inclusion and encourages companies to reflect on their own Diversity policies and practices. Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also makes good business sense! A diverse workforce brings a variety of perspectives, experiences, and ideas to the table. This Diversity of thought can lead to better problem-solving, innovation, and...
Veröffentlicht am 23. May 2023
IDAHOBIT – Together Always: United in Diversity
In a time when hard-won progress for LGBTQI+ communities around the world is increasingly threatened, solidarity, allyship, and community across identities, borders, and movements have never been more important! Today's IDAHOBIT - International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia - provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to come together and show their support for LGBTQI+ rights and equality. It is a day to celebrate diversity and advocate for...
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 but 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. It acknowledges that not everyone...
Veröffentlicht am 27. Apr 2023
Global Diversity Awareness Month 2022
Even though Global Diversity Awareness Month 2022 is slowly coming to an end, we should of course continue to address this important topic. That’s exactly what two of our team members have done, recording a short podcast series called “Beyond Diversity”. So in yesterday’s episode, our diversity, equity and inclusion experts Marinda and Heidemarie look at how organisations 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