[:en]Work occupies a significant portion of our time and therefore our lives. Workplaces are a repository of relationships, interpersonal and social dynamics. Workplaces must become safe, welcoming, and inclusive spaces, where it is important to feel free to express and act out one's sexual orientation and gender identity.
Developing a culture of diversity means contributing to better working conditions and inclusive work environments, where worker well-being contributes to individual respect, as well as to the growth of the company and, more generally, of society.
For this reason Arcigay promotes
DIVERSITY NET@WORK
What is it?
Diversity Net@Work It is the network promoted by Arcigay that brings together companies committed or willing to commit to adopting policies aimed at promoting a culture of diversity, through concrete corporate management actions aimed at diversity and inclusion.
Diversity Net@Work It is a network open to companies from the public, private, and social sectors throughout Italy, regardless of their sector or company size, as well as universities, professionals, and consulting firms working in the diversity sector.
The objectives
Diversity Net@Work Its main objective is to create a space in which stakeholders from the manufacturing world and scientific institutions interested in the topic of diversity can:
- Promote a culture of diversity through the example and model of those already engaged in this field.
- Propose A diversity management model that can be replicated in any corporate context, public or private, regardless of the company's size, geographical location, or mission.
- Spread Diversity management experiences and actions through discussions among members of the Network and between these and LGBTI+ associations working in this field.
How to join the Network
To join Diversity Net@Work It is necessary to sign the following declaration of intent and complete the expression of interest through which one undertakes to:
- Adopt corporate procedures and a code of ethics, backed by an appropriate system of sanctions, designed to establish an effective culture of diversity that also includes issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
- Implement and periodically verify the actual effectiveness of the adopted policies through an audit and/or survey system that actively and anonymously involves employees.
- Support the introduction and implementation of the diversity policy through adequate and periodic training for employees, as an opportunity for their personal and professional growth.
- Work with external partners who respect the diversity management principles adopted by the company.
- Encourage employee participation in events that promote a culture of rights and diversity.
The signing of the declaration of intent does not certify, by Arcigay, the actual compliance with the principles expressed therein.
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What services does the Network offer?
Membership in Diversity Net@Work allows participating entities to use (optionally) the following services:
- Specialist consultancy on diversity management and inclusion.
- Basic and specialized training on sexual identity, deconstructing stereotypes and prejudices related to sexual orientation and gender identity, and diversity management, specifically in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity.
- Monitoring system through company audits/surveys that actively involve employees.
- Telephone counseling aimed at supporting employees with self-awareness, visibility, self-acceptance, and the pursuit of well-being in the workplace.
- An interactive platform available to members as a tool for exchanging best practices, questions, and diversity management models.
The events
Arcigay promotes through Diversity Net@Work Workshops and seminars in the local areas, through its member committees and associations, on the topic of Diversity Management to facilitate the prominence and replicability of the diversity management actions adopted by the Network's members.
Each year, Arcigay organizes a national event involving all the companies and scientific institutions belonging to the Network, in synergy with the major trade associations, LGBT associations working in diversity management, and the academic world. The aim is to showcase the best diversity management projects and promote them as examples of best practices aimed at spreading a culture of diversity and inclusion.
On this occasion, a scholarship will be offered to the most innovative thesis on the topic of diversity management, with specific reference to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Diversity for the HORECA sector
Arcigay and AITGL (the Italian Association of Gay, Trans, and Lesbian Tourism) have signed a memorandum of understanding with the aim of promoting and fostering a culture of respect and education about diversity among tourism operators and businesses. The agreement between Arcigay and AITGL therefore paves the way for a shared path across all Arcigay clubs, to adopt the guidelines of inclusion and a culture of respect among local tourism operators with whom they collaborate or partner.
To strengthen the commitment of local operators, AIGLT will also allow those who wish to sign a letter of intent, inspired by the guidelines, which will allow them to register for free on the Association's portal.
Letter of Adhesion to the HORECA Guidelines
LGBTQ Tourism Manual 2020 - FINAL
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