CIOB Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Awards

[edit] What are the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Awards?

The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Awards seek to recognise both an individual and an organisation that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the promotion of EDI.

[edit] Celebrating the cultural shift

In recent years, there has been a visible and much-needed shift within construction towards better awareness and acceptance of the benefits that Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) provide in the workplace and wider society. The built environment is for everyone. The more diverse and inclusive the industry can become, the more it will serve the needs of our communities.

Both a company and an individual will receive an EDI Award. We’re looking for a company that recognises the importance of diversity in the workplace and creates an inclusive environment in which all employees feel valued and can thrive. The individual winner of this award could be an individual who’s acted as a senior role model, inspiring others to follow or overcome personal barriers to excel in their career, or they may have provided a passion for ensuring that all colleagues and members of the wider public feel valued and respected.

[edit] What you will need to complete your application or make a nomination

To enter, click ‘Enter Now’. Then, select the award that you would like to enter and fill in your details. Once submitted, you will receive an email which will contain a link to your CIOB Awards portal. The portal will contain the form for the award that you have selected to enter.

EDI Awards – Company and Individual, is open to all UK based organisations working in the built environment. We’re looking for a company that recognises the importance of diversity in the workplace and creates an inclusive environment in which all employees feel valued and can thrive. The individual winner could be a person who’s acted as a senior role model, inspiring others to follow or overcome personal barriers to excel in their career, or they may have provided a passion for ensuring that all colleagues and members of the wider public feel valued and respected.

• The submitted evidence should be during the period from January 2022 to April 2023.
• The nominated organisation can be client of a CMYA entrant company (this year or previous years).
• The Independent Testimonial must come from someone who is not part of the Company/does not work with the individual but with direct knowledge or experience of working with the Company/the individual.

The submission deadline for this award is 31 August 2023, entires are now closed.

This article is based on the CIOB site 'Step Forward; Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Awards' from Oxctober 2023.

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