Allstate NI has been awarded the Gold Diversity Mark, making it the first company in the UK & Ireland to earn this top distinction for an inclusive and diverse workplace.
The independent assessment panel of Diversity Mark commended Allstate NI as a “leader and exemplar” as it issued its first Gold accreditation.
In 2020, Allstate NI became the first local employer to receive the Silver Diversity Mark. Now, a review of its progress against the Gold accreditation criteria found it continues to move towards lasting change on gender diversity, age diversity, LGBTQ+ representation and inclusion, and age and racial equality, representing its commitment to creating an environment where all employees can feel at home.
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Allstate NI’s key achievements in these areas include:
Diversity Mark was established in 2016 and assesses company commitment to diversity and inclusion across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and the UK. All registered organisations join at the bronze level and earn higher recognition based on their inclusive diversity achievements.
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Vice President & Managing Director at Allstate NI Dr Stephen McKeown said: “This award is a testament to the hard work of our teams. It’s the employee-led initiatives that make Allstate NI an inclusive workplace for all.”
Director at Diversity Mark Nuala Murphy said: “We are delighted to have awarded the first Gold Diversity Mark to Allstate NI. A huge congratulations to the team for their continued investment in developing a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. As one of our largest employers here in Northern Ireland, they are without doubt a leader and exemplar and we are continually impressed by Allstate NI’s commitment to encouraging high standards right across the wider business community of the UK & Ireland.”
Source: Written from press release