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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 diversity, equity and inclusion focus 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 focus 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.