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THE FIVE PILLARS OF INCLUSION

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The five pillars of inclusion 

Building a more diverse events industry

The events industry is taking bold steps towards greater diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). To guide this journey, the cross-association DEI working group has developed the 'Five pillars of inclusion'.

What are the five pillars?

The five pillars of inclusion are outlined below. Watch our video series for in-depth explanations and practical examples of each pillar

The scores against the pillars will be:

The five pillars of inclusion

The five pillars of inclusion: explained

The pillars are supported by a series of video shorts, which cite examples of how to use them to ensure they’re as accessible as possible. 

Introduction

Pillar 1: Recruitment and hiring

Pillar 2: Developing talent

Pillar 3: Company culture

Pillar 4: Partners and suppliers

Pillar 5: Leadership and employees

How the pillar commitments support your organisation

  • Provide a clear framework for implementing DEI in your business
  • Help measure and identify areas needing focus
  • Enable progress tracking and reporting
  • Facilitate industry-wide benchmarking

Pillar implementation: Real-world examples

Members of the Cross-Association Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group have created case studies showcasing how they've put the pillars into practice. These real-world examples offer valuable insights and inspiration for your own DEI initiatives.

AllInforma

Learn how Informa transformed its recruitment process and fostered an inclusive culture, resulting in a 20% increase in diverse hires and improved employee satisfaction.