Creating equal societies
EU Diversity 2023 Initiatives
Equality and diversity are a top priority for the European Commission. To fight discrimination and push for more equal societies, the Commission has adopted a proactive approach, with targeted action plans and measures.
As part of ongoing efforts to make good on its commitment to foster more inclusive and fair societies in Europe, the Commission organised the second European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Awards. The initiative complemented the annual EU Diversity Month, raising awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and across our societies.
Watch the event highlights below.
European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award
Union of Equality / #DiversityCapitals
The Award recognises the work done by cities, towns, or regions in Europe to promote inclusion and create discrimination-free societies.
It is open for local authorities to apply and is a chance to show the world what these ‘capitals of inclusion’ are doing to create more diverse and inclusive spaces for their citizens.
EU Diversity Month
Getting employers on board / #EUDiversityMonth
EU Diversity Month raises awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and across our societies. It is about the representation and visibility of different groups, where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into the work environment.
EU Diversity Month celebrates efforts by organisations to help build equal and inclusive environments for the benefit of all. This initiative is part of the European Commission’s commitment to fight discrimination and promote diverse and inclusive workplaces.
EU Diversity Self-Assessment Tool
Use our Diversity Self-Assessment Tool to see where your organisation currently stands, if you are a Diversity Champion, Pioneer, Explorer or Beginner and to begin to explore how you might make further progress on this journey.
High-level event in Brussels 2023
The European Commission held a high-level event on Diversity on 27-28 April 2023 with the Commissioner for Equality, Helena Dalli, where the winners of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award will be announced and EU Diversity Month 2023 were officially opened.
The event brought together cities and regions, policymakers, diversity managers, chief executive officers of diversity charter signatories, among other organisations and stakeholders.
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