ABI signs Race at Work Charter and expands inclusion strategy

Yvonne Braun appointed executive sponsor

Adam Saville
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The Association of British Insurers (ABI) and 32 of its members among first wave to sign D&I charter

The Race at Work Charter was created by Business in the Community (BITC) to drive better outcomes for Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) employees in the workplace. It consists of five principles to ensure organisations address barriers to a progressive recruitment strategy and inclusive culture. Those who sign up commit to appointing an executive sponsor for race; capturing data and publicising progress; ensure zero tolerance of harassment and bullying; making equality in the workplace the responsibility of all leaders and managers, and to taking action that supports ethnic minorit...

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