Explore the Diversity Charters across the EU AustriaAbout the charterThe Charta der Vielfalt was launched in November 2010.The charter is run by the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber and the Vienna Economic Chamber.SignatoriesThe Charter has over 230 signatories from private and public sectors, includingHewlett-PackardIBM ÖsterreichMicrosoft ÖsterreichNovartis PharmaTNT Express (Austria)UniCredit Bank AustriaWestern Union Financial ServicesBAWAG P.S.K.Österreichische VolksbankSecretary SearchEqualizentSchweidler&Comfort4allPerspektiven Mensch&WirtschaftThe charterFoilseacháin Ghinearálta19 Nollaig 2014Promotional leaflet - Austrian diversity charterBelgiumAbout the charterThe Belgian Diversity Charter is active since 2025. It enables all Belgian enterprises and organisations, private and public, regardless of their profit objectives, to initiate, develop and promote inclusive practices in the workplace. They facilitate access to the knowledge, network, and activities of the EU Platform of Diversity Charters. FeaturesThe Belgian diversity charter provides a.o.: monthly gatherings around specific diversity, equity and inclusion related topics, access to a D&I toolkit and an annual conference.More information www.diversitycharter.be For Brussels-based companiesThe Belgian Diversity Charter and the Actiris diversity consultants complement each other in the Brussels-Capital Region. Companies in the Brussels-Capital Region can rely on Actiris' diversity consultants who help build a tailor-made diversity plan and can provide possible funding for its implementation. Within a diversity plan there is a focus on recruitment, but also on human resource management, communication and awareness-raising.More information : Actiris/FR or Actiris/NLBulgariaAbout the charterThe Bulgarian Diversity Charter, a joint initiative of the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum (BBLF) and the Centre for the Study of Democracy (CSD) was launched at a high-profile event in Sofia on 18 September 2020.Signatories10 companies became the first signatories of the Bulgarian Diversity Charter: Astra Zeneca Bulgaria, Alaric Securities, Japan Tobacco International, Ecopharm, M3 Communications Group, CEZ Bulgaria, Siemens Bulgaria, Unique Estates, Hewlett Packard Enterprise operated by Selectium, and Shell Bulgaria. Being among the most active member companies of BBLF, they have now sent a clear message to encourage companies and other organisations to recognise and use diversity among their employees, customers and partners as a driver of development and success and a way to building a more tolerant and inclusive society.FeaturesThe Bulgarian Diversity Charter represents the shared understanding of its signatories that diversity is a driver to creativity, innovation, growth and productivity, and an incentive for individuals to fully reveal their knowledge, competences, talents and skills.The Charter is one of the results of the special DIVERSE.BG joint project implemented by BBLF and CSD and funded by the European Union's Rights, Equality and Citizenship Programme (2014-2020).Bulgarian diversity charter websiteCharter texCroatiaAbout the charterThe Croatian Charter was launched on 4 October 2017 in Zagreb, with 23 signatories. By the end of 2017, the charter had 38 signatories.The diversity Charter of Croatia is one of the outcomes of a project I.D.E.A.S. (Innovation. Diversity. Economy. Awareness. Success.)The implementation of the charter was co-funded by the Justice Programme of the European Union.Related linksCroatian diversity charterCyprusAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter Cyprus (DCC) was developed in 2019 and is officially represented and managed by the Center for Social Innovation Ltd. (www.csicy.com).It was locally launched on the 28th January 2019, with its first honorary signatory being the Cyprus Telecommunications Agency (CYTA), and officially launched (EU representation) on the 25th September 2020, within the framework of the 2nd Diversity in Business International Conference 2020.SignatoriesThe signatories of the Diversity Charter Cyprus include entities from the public and private sector, such as organisations, public authorities, businesses, companies, educational centres and other institutions operating in Cyprus. Today, more than 40 signatories have joined the DCC and more than 10 public authorities offer their support to the Charter.Some of the DCC supporters include:Civil Defence Unit, Ministry of InteriorCommissioner of the Office of Electronic Communications & Postal Regulations (OCECPR)Cyprus Scientific and Technical ChamberDeputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital PolicyEuropean Funds Unit, Ministry of InteriorHealth Insurance Organisation (HIO)Municipality of DeryneiaMunicipality of SotiraPress and Information Office (PIO)Some of the DCC signatories include:Atlantis CultureBirdlife CyprusCitizens in PowerCommissioner of the Office of Electronic Communications & Postal Regulations (OCECPR)Cyprus Computer SocietyCyprus Energy Agency (CEA)Cyprus Neuroscience & Technology InstituteCyprus Scientific and Technical ChamberCyprus Telecommunications Agency (CYTA)Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital PolicyDigital CyprusEnalia Physis Environmental Research CentreEuro-Arab Youth Music CentreFrederick UniversityHealth Insurance Organisation (HIO)Hope for Children – CRC Policy CenterHR InnovateJobs2DoKarpozilos Constructions Ltd.KES CollegeKPMG CyprusNautilos SAROlympion High SchoolOne Terrene International (OTI)Opinion & Action Services Ltd.OxygonoPattichion Municipal Museum - Historical Archive - Limassol Studies CentreShell – Lykavitos Station, NicosiaSistema CyprusSynthesisThimameTravel HouseT. Solonos and Sons StationersUniversity of Central Lancashire – Cyprus (UCLan)FeaturesThe Center for Social Innovation, as the EU official representative of the Diversity Charter Cyprus aims to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees by fostering diversity thinking and implementation of inclusive practices.Diversity, within the framework of the Diversity Charter Cyprus, is the principle that encourages and provides an opportunity to individuals to fulfil their potential, regardless of their personal uniqueness’s. Cognizant application of the principles of the DCC generates acceptance, support and further development of the employees’ capabilities. This approach results in opportunities to innovate and it enhances the performance, effectiveness and competitiveness of any organisation. Diversity Charter Cyprus offers detailed information and guidelines, encouraging public and private organisations, businesses, companies, institutions and any other type of entity in Cyprus to develop and implement diverse and inclusive policies in the workplace, making it a valuable tool to combat discrimination and promote equality at work.For more information on the Diversity Charter Cyprus please visit www.csicy.com or the Facebook page @Diversity Charter Cyprus.CzechiaAbout the charterDiversity Charter in the Czech Republic was introduced in 2014 under the auspices of the Minister of labour and social affairs and the Minister for human rights and legislation. The signature and implementation of Diversity Charter in the Czech Republic have been organized and coordinated by the national coordinator BPS – Business for Society who joins together important national and international companies. The Czech Diversity Charter was introduced by BPS alliance in October 2014 at the European conference of UNESCO in Paris.After its signature, Diversity Charter becomes one of key strategic documents for the employer. It is based on the presumption that the economic interest of a company is to build such corporate culture that would be professionally open to anybody, regardless of their gender, race, skin colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, world views, disability, age or sexual orientation. Diversity Charter is a voluntary commitment made by companies and employers that gives them an opportunity to declare their acknowledgement of diversity principles and inclusion at work.SignatoriesAt present, the Czech Diversity Charter has been joined by more than 100 signatories from different sectors and their number is constantly on the rise.Some of the first signatories of the Czech Diversity Charter in 2014 included:Accenture, Allen & Overy, Antalis, British Chamber of Commerce Czech Republic, Česká spořitelna, ČSOB, Moneta, GlaxoSmithKline, IBM Czech Republic, Kooperativa pojišťovna, Microsoft Czech Republic, Novartis, Pivovary Staropramen, Plzeňský Prazdroj, PwC Czech Republic, ČEZ Group, Sodexo, Sodexo Benefits, O2, Unilever ČR, Zentiva GroupMeet all signatories of Diversity Charter in the Czech RepublicFeaturesThe national coordinator of Diversity Charter is promoting its signatories, providing them with professional expertise, information and networking platforms, sharing best practice in respective areas of diversity and inclusion as well as international background of the European project. Signatories have an opportunity to get involved, using and sharing know-how in workshops, projects, thematic conferences and programme platforms, such as Age Management, Workplace and Labour Market Flexibility, Parents at Work, New Job New Life programme for the young people, Sandwich Generation and Caregivers, international employers at the labour market, ethnical minorities at the labour market or LGBT community at the labour market. At the same time, signatories gain access to expert studies, surveys and publications in the field of diversity and inclusion that have been fully or partially prepared by BPS.Related linksDiversity Charter in the Czech Republic websiteBPS – Business for Society websiteDocuments15 MEITHEAMH 2022Charta diverzity ČR15 MEITHEAMH 2022Diversity Charter Czech RepublicDenmarkAbout the charterThe Danish diversity charter was launched in 2011. The Association New Dane established the Danish Charter for Diversity with support from the Danish Ministry for Children, Gender Equality, Integration and Social Affairs.SignatoriesThe Danish Charter for Diversity is the unifying body of several regional and local charters in Denmark. The Copenhagen Diversity Charter was launched in 2011 and reached 500 signatories in less than two years.In 2014 the experience from Copenhagen was passed on to the second and third city of Denmark, Aarhus and Odense, which set up diversity charters of their own with 640 signatories between them.Danish diversity charterEstoniaAbout the charterThe Estonian diversity charter, Eesti Mitmekesisuse Kokkulepewas, launched in November 2012. The charter was launched at a conference in November 2012 by the Tallinn University of Technology. It is now run by the Estonian Human Rights Centre.SignatoriesThe companies currently signed up to the charter include some of the biggest and best-known in Estonia, includingSwedbank EstoniaSelverMicrosoft EstoniaKaubamajaas well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).FeaturesThe objective is to promote effective diversity management, prevent discrimination and promote workplace equality and diversity.Estonian diversity charterFinlandThe charterThe Diversity Charter Finland, Suomen monimuotoisuusverkosto, was launched in October 2012. The charter is run by FIBS, the leading corporate responsibility network in Finland. SignatoriesThe Diversity Charter Finland has almost 100 signatories. All companies and other types of organisations are welcome to join Diversity Charter Finland by signing the charter.FeaturesOrganisations signing the charter commit to equal opportunities, recognising and utilising individual skills and needs, and having fair human resource and customer management systems in place.FIBS provides the signatories with know-how, tools and networking opportunities to increase the organisations’ capabilities to manage diversity and inclusion.Diversity Charter Finland - Suomen monimuotoisuusverkostoFranceAbout the charterThe French diversity charter was launched in October 2004.The charter was launched by Claude Bébéar, CEO of Axa It was the first of its kind in Europe, subsequently inspiring similar initiatives across Europe. The charter is hosted by Les Entreprises pour la Cité (previously IMS-Entreprendre pour la cite), an organisation working to promote corporate social responsibility.SignatoriesThere are currently more than 3,200 signatories to the French charter, mostly small and medium-sized businesses, but it also includes public institutions.FeaturesSignatories commit to raising awareness about diversity among staff involved in the recruitment processes, and to dedicating a chapter in the organisation’s annual report on the concrete diversity measures undertaken.French diversity charterGermanyAbout the charterThe Charta der Vielfalt was launched in December 2006. The charter was launched by four German multinationals with the support of the Federal Government’s Commissioner for Migration, Refugees and Integration at the time. SignatoriesThere are currently more than 6,000 signatories to the German charter.FeaturesOrganisations signing the charter commit to the economic benefit of diversity and to tolerance, fairness and appreciation in the world of work and in society. By signing, companies and organisations commit to respect all employees equally.With essential know-how, access to our network and practical tools, the German charter accompanies organisations on their way to manage diversity and inclusion.The German charter covers 7 diversity dimensions:ageethnic origin and nationalitygenderphysical and mental abilityreligion and worldviewsexual orientationsocial backgroundThe charter association is funded byAccenture GmbHAllianz Deutschland AGArsipa GmbH, BASF SEBayer AGBMW AGBNP Paribas S. A. Niederlassung DeutschlandBoehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KGBP Europa SECommerzbank AGClifford Chance Partnerschaft mdBDaimler Truck AGDATEV eGDeutsche Bahn AGDeutsche Bank AGDeutsche Telekom AGDHL GroupEnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AGE.ON SEERGO Group AGErnst & Young GmbHGILEAD Sciences GmbHHays AGHenkel AG & Co KGaAIKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Internationaler Bund e. V.McDonald’s Deutschland LLCMercedes-Benz AGMerck KGaANovartis AGOsram GmbHOTTO GmbH & Co KGProcter & Gamble Germany GmbHDirk Rossmann GmbHSanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbHSAP SESchaeffler AG & Co. KGSiemens AGSiemens Energy AGTraton SEVolkswagen AGthe Federal Government’s Commissioner for Migration, Refugees and IntegrationGerman diversity charterCharter textGreeceAbout the charterThe Greek Diversity Charter was launched by KEAN-Cell of Alternative Youth Activities in May 2019 in Zappeion Hall. The charter is supported by the Greek General Secretariat for Gender Equality of Ministry of Interior, by the Economic and Social Council of Greece ,by the Federation of Municipalities in Greece and by Hellenic Federation of Enterprises.SignatoriesAbout 150 private enterprises with over of 50,000 employees, have signed the charter.Founding members are OTE-Hellenic Telecommunications Organization S.A. and Alfa-Beta Vassilopoulos -Supermarket Chain.FeaturesThe charter covers all fields of discrimination: gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and religion, with a particular focus on gender equality at work.www.diversity-charter.grHungaryAbout the charterThe Hungarian diversity charter was launched in October 2016. The charter is run byThe Hungarian diversity charter was launched on 16 October 2016 by the Hungarian Business Leaders forum (HBLF), in partnership with mtd Consulting, and supported by the Hungarian Ministry of National Economy.SignatoriesThe Charter was launched with 50 signatories, comprising of multinationals, small and medium-sized businesses and non-profit organisations, including Shell Hungary, Magyar Telekom, IBM Hungary, Bosch Hungary, Legrand, Henkel, British Petrol and Vodafone Hungary.FeaturesThe main objective of the Hungarian diversity charter is to reflect the diversity of Hungarian society in the workforce and to create a work environment free of discrimination.The HBLF aims to encourage companies to integrate corporate social responsibility and the principles of sustainable development into everyday business practice. It is an association of local business executives, local representatives of international joint ventures and other influential business people in Hungary.Since 2008, mtd Consulting has been working to make responsible employment and equal opportunities at workplaces an integral part of CSR activities of Hungarian businesses and institutions. mtd Consulting is also the organiser of the Equal Opportunities Conference, a bi-annual event which is very popular amongst diversity experts in Hungary.Diversity Charter HungaryIrelandAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter Ireland was launched in October 2012. The charter is run byThe charter was launched by eleven organisations, representing the broader business community and including IBEC, the group that represents Irish business. SignatoriesThe founding signatories areAn PostDellDublin BusDublin City UniversityESBEquality StrategiesIbecPermanent TSBRehabSodexoTelefonica.An additional 13 companies subsequently joined the charterCitiEircomIrish RailBus EireannVodafoneValeo VisionGoogleUniversity of LimerickBrown Brothers HarrimanCiscoArthur CoxMedtronicKPMGFeaturesThe signatories commit to effective diversity management, preventing discrimination and promoting equality with respect to all their stakeholders and the environment in which they operate.ItalyAbout the charterThe Italian Charter for Equal Opportunities and Equality at Work was launched by the Ministry of Labour. The charter is supported by the Italian Minister of Labour and the Minister of Equal Opportunities, and was launched by the National Counsellor for Equal Opportunities of the Ministry of Labour, Fondazione Sodalitas and a steering committee promoting the charter.SignatoriesAbout 895 private enterprises, including around 450 SMEs and 160 public authorities, with over 700,000 employees, have signed the charter.FeaturesThe charter covers all fields of discrimination: gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and religion, with a particular focus on gender equality at work.Italian diversity charterLatviaAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter Latvia was launched on 12 February 2019 by association Open Centre with an aim to develop a respectful society and strengthen equal opportunities principles in the workplace.FeaturesDiversity Charter consists of 15 commitments to strive for respecting the diversity in the workplace and in Latvia. By signing a Diversity Charter, an organization commits to promoting diversity and equal opportunities for its staff. Latvian Diversity Charter is open for all companies, organizations, international, state and municipal institution.http://www.thinkdiversity.eu/home/LithuaniaAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter Lithuania was launched on 3 October 2018 by Diversity Development Group and SOPA and was signed by 25 companies.FeaturesBy signing the Diversity Charter, organizations commit to maintaining a workplace environment that is open to all, irrespective of their gender, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation and gender identity or religion. By taking this step, organizations contribute to an environment of mutual respect and trust, which will in turn have a positive effect on the organization, the society in Lithuania and beyond.LuxembourgAbout the charterLaunched in September 2012 by IMS Luxembourg (Institut pour le Mouvement Sociétal), the Diversity Charter Lëtzebuerg has gradually grown its signatories base to 188 in 2019, with both private and public actors. The Patron of the Diversity Charter is Mrs. Corinne Cahen, Minister of Family Affairs, Integration and the Greater Region.The Charter contributes to Luxembourg's progress and innovation in the fields of diversity management and integration, working closely on answering today and tomorrow's challenges with the support of its privileged partners:The Ministry for Family Affairs, Integration and the Greater RegionPwC LuxembourgDeutsche Bank LuxembourgRBC Investor and Treasury ServicesSodexoLinklatersHSBCFor more information on the Diversity Charter Lëtzebuerg, please visit Luxembourg diversity charter.13 BEALTAINE 2020Presentation Luxembourg Diversity Charter1 IÚIL 2017Luxembourg Diversity CharterMaltaAbout the charterMalta Diversity and Inclusion Charter was launched in March 2024 by CORE Platform. The Charter is supported by the Ministry for Inclusion, Voluntary Organisations and Consumer Rights.Website Malta Diversity & Inclusion Charter - CORE PlatformThe NetherlandsAbout the charterThe Dutch diversity charter, Charter Diversiteit, was launched in July 2015. The charter was launched in The Hague in July 2015 by Lodewijk Asscher, minister of social affairs and employment, with 22 employers from the public and private sector.SignatoriesThe first signatories wereABN AMROMunicipality of AmsterdamAsito Ltd.The National Federation of Christian Trade Unions in the Netherlands (CNV Vakcentrale)De Nieuwe Zorg ThuisMunicipality of The HagueEYDutch Federation of Trade Unions (FNV)Court Garden HotelHumanitas Foundation (Stichting Humanitas)IBML’OréalPameijerDutch National PolicePostNLMunicipality of RotterdamSchiphol GroupShellSodexoMinistry of Social Affairs and EmploymentMunicipality of UtrechtZeeland RefineryThe Netherlands diversity charterPolandAbout the charterThe Polish diversity charter, Karta Różnorodności, was launched in February 2012.The charter was launched by the Responsible Business Forum in collaboration with the Office of the Government Plenipotentiary for Equal Treatment and the Office of the Polish Human Rights Defender. SignatoriesThe Polish diversity charter has almost 270 signatories. The full list is available on http://odpowiedzialnybiznes.pl/karta-roznorodnosci/sygnatariusze-karty/FeaturesThe charter document, which goes further than the legal provisions of the Polish labour code, was created in collaboration with public administration, non-profit organisations, trade unions and business representatives.The main objectives of the charter are promoting diversity management in Poland and creating tools and guidance for companies, public institutions and non-profit organisations for diversity management in the workplace.Karta Różnorodności (Polish diversity charter)PortugalAbout the charterThe Portuguese diversity charter, Carta Portuguesa para a Diversidade, was launched on 31 March 2016.The promotion of the charter is the responsibility of:GRACE Corporate Citizenship (non-profit organisation)ACM, IP: Portuguese High Commission for Migration (public body)CIG: Portuguese Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality (public body)CITE: Portuguese Commission for Equality in Labour and Employment (public body)INR, IP: National Rehabilitation Institute (public body)Aga Khan Foundation, Portugal (non-profit organisation)FeaturesThe Portuguese diversity charter has diversity as its principle, understood as the acknowledgement, respect and appreciation of the differences between people, including particularly the differences related to:gender identity and sexual orientationethnicityreligion, faith and beliefscountry of origin, culture and languagenationality, birthplace and ancestryagepolitical, ideological or social orientation,marital status and family structure economic situationhealth and disabilitypersonal style and trainingThe signatory organisations of the Portuguese charter commit to diversity as an ethical imperative, as a basic principle guiding all its activities, both internally and externally, as part of its core values and its institutional identity.Documents31 MÁRTA 2016Portuguese diversity charter: full textRomaniaAbout the charterThe Romanian Diversity Charter was launched on 18th of April 2018 in Bucharest, with 80 signatories.It is one of the outcomes of a project I.D.E.A.S. (Innovation. Diversity. Economy. Awareness. Success.)The implementation of the Charter was co-funded by the Rights, Equality and Citizenship Programme of the European Union.More details on www.cartadiversitatii.ro.SlovakiaAbout the charterThe Slovak diversity charter, Charta Diverzity, was launched in May 2017.It run by Pontis foundation (Nadacia Pontis), supported by the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs, and Family of the Slovak RepublicSignatoriesThe charter was originally signed by signatories : 16 companies and 2 non-governmenatl organisations (NGOs).The charter is in compliance with the action plan for the prevention of all forms of discrimination for 2016-2019 of the Ministry of Justice of the Slovak Republic and the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs, and Family of the Slovak Republic. The Slovak diversity charter is administrated by The Business Leaders Forum at the Pontis Foundation. FeaturesBy signing the diversity charter, the signatories commit to respect diversity and an inclusive approach in the workplace, to equally foster an inclusive culture by creating a work environment that values and understands differences and that is founded on fairness, openness and trust, where people feel that they belong, that people are respected and heard.Slovak diversity charterSloveniaAbout the charterThe Slovenian Diversity Charter was launched on 14 November 2017 and is coordinated by Dobrovita Ltd.The charter has over 60 signatories.The diversity charter of Slovenia is one of the outcomes of a project I.D.E.A.S. (Innovation. Diversity. Economy. Awareness. Success.)The implementation of the charter was co-funded by the Justice Programme of the European Union. Related linksThe Slovenian diversity charterText of the charter in EnglishSpainAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter in Spain has been promoted by Fundación Diversidad since 2009. It is a voluntary commitment that invites companies, public institutions, and third-sector organisations to actively foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.Grounded in ten core principles, the Charter reflects European values such as human dignity, equality, and respect. It provides a practical framework for building inclusive, innovative, and socially responsible organisations. By signing the Charter, organisations pledge to embed inclusion across their internal policies, practices, and organisational culture.SignatoriesMore than 1,600 organisations in Spain have joined the Diversity Charter, representing over 1.5 million employees. This places Spain among the top three EU countries in terms of the number of signatories.Organisations of all types and sizes — including multinational corporations, SMEs, academic institutions, public bodies, and NGOs — are eligible to sign the Spanish Charter.FeaturesOrganisations may choose to become signatories by paying a small annual fee, which supports the Charter’s activities and grants access to a range of benefits: communication tools, official recognition, thematic webinars, best-practice campaigns, and participation in key events such as the Fundación Diversidad Awards and European Diversity Month.Signing the Charter is a public and visible commitment to shared values. This milestone is often marked through official signing ceremonies — held individually or in groups — organised throughout the year by Fundación Diversidad.The Spanish Diversity Charter is more than just a signature: it is the gateway to a national and European movement for inclusive leadership. Since 2009, Fundación Diversidad has promoted a values-based and holistic approach to diversity — one that connects people, sectors, and countries.Contact: Sonia Rio: sriofundaciondiversidad [dot] com (srio[at]fundaciondiversidad[dot]com)FundaciondiversidadSwedenAbout the charterThe Diversity Charter Sweden was launched in December 2010. SignatoriesThe Diversity Charter Sweden is a non-profit association that was initiated in December 2010 bySkanskaVolvo CarsAxfoodA-SearchNovartisScandicL’OréalSodexoManaging DiversityLectiaToday, the signatories include organisations from private as well as public sectors, large companies and also small and medium-sized businesses, such asIBMEricssonFolksamGEA3MTogether the signatories employ over 300,000 people.FeaturesThe Diversity Charter Sweden highlights the benefits of cultural, demographic and social inclusion within organisations, and supports policies and processes to strengthen a work environment which is free of bias and discrimination.The Swedish diversity charter EU Platform of Diversity ChartersRole of the PlatformThe EU Platform of Diversity Charters was created in 2010 under the initiative of and with funding from the European Commission. The Platform offers a place for existing European Diversity Charters to exchange and share experience and good practices more easily through Platform meetings, expert seminars and annual high level forums.Diversity Charters encourage organisations (NGOs, public bodies, private companies…) to develop and implement diversity and inclusion policies. By signing a charter, the organisation voluntarily commits to promote diversity and equal opportunities in the workplace, regardless of, for example, age, disability, gender, race or ethnic origin, religion or sexual orientation. Becoming a signatory to a Diversity Charter provides for example access to vast peer network, publications and supporting tools for benchmarking, measuring and monitoring.Through the platform, promoters can meet regularly, to share their experience and develop common tools.Questions about the platform?Email: JUST-EU-DIVERSITY-CHARTERSec [dot] europa [dot] eu (JUST-EU-DIVERSITY-CHARTERS[at]ec[dot]europa[dot]eu) Documents Business case of diversity and inclusion at work 28 BEALTAINE 2020Solidarity actions of the Diversity Charters’ signatories 29 AIBREÁN 2020Study - Trade union practices on non-discrimination and diversity 2019 Platform newsletterEU Platform of Diversity charter newsletter - latest issue
EU Platform of Diversity ChartersRole of the PlatformThe EU Platform of Diversity Charters was created in 2010 under the initiative of and with funding from the European Commission. The Platform offers a place for existing European Diversity Charters to exchange and share experience and good practices more easily through Platform meetings, expert seminars and annual high level forums.Diversity Charters encourage organisations (NGOs, public bodies, private companies…) to develop and implement diversity and inclusion policies. By signing a charter, the organisation voluntarily commits to promote diversity and equal opportunities in the workplace, regardless of, for example, age, disability, gender, race or ethnic origin, religion or sexual orientation. Becoming a signatory to a Diversity Charter provides for example access to vast peer network, publications and supporting tools for benchmarking, measuring and monitoring.Through the platform, promoters can meet regularly, to share their experience and develop common tools.Questions about the platform?Email: JUST-EU-DIVERSITY-CHARTERSec [dot] europa [dot] eu (JUST-EU-DIVERSITY-CHARTERS[at]ec[dot]europa[dot]eu)
