Brook’s Post

"Local development companies can be leading lights in equality and human rights" - Robert Carey, North East and West Kerry Development "Equality and human rights is a natural area where Local Development Companies (LDCs) can drive development, integrating it as practice across the community, state sector and in our local communities – to the benefit of those we serve. "LDCs have a particular responsibility for equality and human rights. This is because of the types of programmes they deliver and because the core focus for LDCs is social inclusion and community development. Equality and human rights are foundational to both." Story 👉 https://lnkd.in/enPp7GPm NEWKD Company Irish Local Development Network #localdevelopmentcompanies #equality #humanrights

Embracing Diversity: Why Choosing Equality is the Key to Progress

📢 Reboot’s Race to Equality: UK Financial Services 2024 Report reveals that while many organisations are striving to foster a culture where all voices are heard, there are still significant barriers. Nearly two-thirds (58%) of employees report that their companies encourage them to drive change and build an ethnically and racially inclusive environment. Yet the findings also show challenges persist: - 44% feel pressured not to advocate for ethnic and racial equality in their workplace. - Four in ten (42%) say they must tread carefully when addressing these issues. - Nearly half (46%) have felt pressure not to discuss diversity matters. - 39% have witnessed the silencing of diversity advocates over the past two years. 📖 Read more in the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eNJZ6H97 #TimetoReboot #FinancialServices #RaceToEquality  #WorkplaceInclusion  #DiversityAndInclusion  #RacialEquity  #CultureChange

🌈 Diversity in Focus: ISO 26000 highlights inclusivity in organizations. Let's create workplaces that celebrate diversity and promote social equality! 🌈 #ISO26000 #Inclusivity #iso #smallbusiness #qualityassurance 

After a government-commissioned report highlighted corporate confusion and misguided spending on equality, diversity and inclusion, here #EG asks three experts how they are hoping to drive meaningful  #workplace change in the  #RealEstate sector.

The latest issue of Research Matters is out now! Our September edition focuses specifically on issues around equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). As many of you know, this has been a specific area of focus for us, and this issue contains several articles that are of interest to our strategic work in this area. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/euBiqTvj #SocialResearch #Research #EDI

Mission Equality co-founder Lea Jovy follows up on the three steps we’ve defined to pave a path to equality in the workplace with a deeper dive into step 2. https://lnkd.in/gAnK99NG

As discussions around Project 2025 gain momentum in the context of a potential Trump presidency, we must recognize its broader implications. This project is far-right’s game plan to dismantle democratic norms in the USA and to significantly alter policies impacting 🌈 LGBTIQ+ equality & rights, which could set a concerning precedent globally. Read more about Project 2025: https://lnkd.in/dh-Ne_nc. For EPBN, this underscores the urgency of our mission to champion workplace equality across Europe. We stand in solidarity with our American counterparts, understanding that setbacks in one region can influence global progress. Now more than ever, EPBN’s 💡 WISE initiative: Workplace Inclusion for a Sustainable Europe is crucial. By fostering inclusive workplaces and advocating for LGBTIQ+ equality, we strive to counteract any negative trends and promote sustainable change in Europe. Stay tuned for updates about WISE and join us in our mission to ensure equality, respect, and opportunity for all. 🤝

The National Equality Standard is a leading independent benchmark for diversity, equity and inclusion, and involves a rigorous assessment process. HTM'S accreditation recognises our commitment to driving progress within the business and across the industry, as well as the impact of the actions they have taken to date. Achieving the NES is one of my proudest moments at Highway Traffic Management. It has required months of concerted, sustained effort, and collaboration across the organisation. The work doesn't stop now, it is a standard of continuous improvement, and our DEI strategy sets out how we will continue to develop ready for our next assessment in May 2026. Receiving external accreditation shows how serious we are about our approach to diversity and inclusion. It demonstrates that we have a robust strategy that has embedded systemic changes for the long-term success and sustainability of DEI within HTM and the wider industry.