Inclusiv’ Day: Making Disability an Asset
in the Professional World
In the current climate of increasing awareness, the Inclusiv’Day event stands out as a significant event to spotlight social innovations that contribute to building a more inclusive and fair society. This event, set for April 10, 2024, at Paris La Défense Arena, offers a day packed with training, discussions, and networking opportunities.
Advocating for inclusivity means recognizing the inherent value of every person and actively cultivating environments where everyone feels respected, accepted, and empowered to contribute. It involves celebrating diversity, ensuring fair access to opportunities and resources for all members of society. While challenges vary, fostering inclusivity allows us to harness the strength of our differences and collective resilience.
In modern society, disability is frequently perceived as a formidable barrier to achieving professional success. Nevertheless, disability should never be a barrier to finding fulfillment in the workplace. We firmly believe that integrating individuals with disabilities can enrich our teams and enhance our collective performance. By amplifying the voices of those who navigate disabilities every day, we strive to showcase that despite obstacles, achieving professional excellence is not only possible but also empowering.
Therefore, inclusion is central to the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy. The process involves raising awareness among teams to foster a trusting environment conducive to the growth of employees with disabilities. Externally, emphasizing commitments and actions taken helps resonate positively with candidates.
Commitment to inclusion is not merely about quotas or compliance with standards. We believe that inclusion goes beyond providing accommodations or technical adaptations. It’s a deep-seated conviction embedded in the overall corporate social responsibility strategy. It’s a company culture built every day, through kindness, empathy, and mutual respect.
Diversity and inclusion are pivotal in today’s world, impacting not just businesses but society at large. They shape our everyday interactions, both public and private, fostering collective enrichment and growth.
Indeed, Inclusiv’Day goes beyond the typical professional event. It’s a remarkable platform where diverse individuals come together to share experiences, exchange best practices, and explore innovative ideas aimed at fostering inclusion.
We therefore encourage the entire professional community to join us in this effort. Let’s all work together to make sure we eradicate any barriers to disability in the workplace. Let’s embrace diversity to strengthen our workplaces. By collaborating and valuing the distinctive qualities of each person, we can establish workplaces that are more equitable
Article published in French news site Entreprendre by
Laurence Dubois, HR Director at Prodware.