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🚨 The DEI Data Paradox: Are You Collecting Information... But Missing the Insights? 🚨 51% of companies collect demographic data, but 63% fail to analyze it to understand career advancement trends. 🤯 This disconnect is a missed opportunity to identify and address systemic barriers that may be hindering the progress of underrepresented groups. Imagine this: • You're collecting data on gender representation, but not tracking if women are promoted at the same rate as men. • You know the racial diversity of your workforce, but haven't analyzed if certain groups face higher turnover rates. • You have information on employee disabilities, but aren't assessing whether they have equal access to career development opportunities. Data is a powerful tool for building a more equitable and inclusive workplace, but only if you know how to use it. Ready to unlock the power of your DEI data? Take our 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗜 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻 to assess your company's data utilization practices and get personalized recommendations for improvement. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNCqh-vB Our 2024 DEI in European Tech Benchmark Report reveals how leading companies are turning data into actionable insights: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezUqxi2B Inside, you'll discover: • How to use data to pinpoint where inequities exist in your organization; • Strategies for measuring the effectiveness of your DEI initiatives; • Case studies of companies using data to drive meaningful change. #DEI #Data #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership

🌞 Easing Back into Work Mode? Start Planning Your Fall DEI Strategy Now! 🌞 As summer winds down, it's the perfect time to start thinking about how you'll elevate your company's DEI efforts in the new year. 💡 Don't wait for the new year to start planning your DEI strategy. Get a head start by joining us at Equals, Amsterdam on 29th August for an exclusive preview of the Diverse Leaders in Tech (DLiT) community at our upcoming Meetup. We'll be diving deep into a crucial topic for building a truly inclusive workplace: 🔍 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘀: 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆. This is your chance to: • 𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 from DEI experts and industry leaders on creating a culture of accountability and psychological safety. • 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 of passionate professionals who are driving change in the tech industry. • 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 what makes DLiT a unique and valuable resource for your DEI journey. Curious if DLiT is the right fit for you? This is the perfect opportunity to find out! 👉 RSVP today and discover how our community can help you achieve your DEI goals: https://lnkd.in/dw26ZWci #DEI #DiversityInTech #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #BackToWork #Amsterdam

53% of Companies Lack a DEI Strategy: Is Yours One of Them? If your company falls into this category, you might be missing out on a massive opportunity. Research shows that companies with strong DEI initiatives: 💰 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀: They enjoy higher profitability, innovation, and employee engagement. 🧲 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁: A diverse workforce is a magnet for skilled and creative individuals. 🤝 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀: Diverse perspectives lead to better products and services that resonate with a wider audience. So, why are so many companies leaving this competitive advantage untapped? Often, it's because they don't fully grasp how DEI can drive profitability and growth. Unsure if your DEI strategy is truly aligned with your business goals? Take our free scan to get a your company DEI Maturity Assessment: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNCqh-vB Our 2024 DEI Benchmark Report sheds light on this critical connection: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezUqxi2B Inside, you'll discover: • How to align your DEI goals with your overall business objectives, • Practical steps for integrating DEI into every aspect of your organization, • Case studies of companies that have successfully leveraged DEI for growth and innovation. #DEI #Strategy #BusinessGoals #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership

 🔑 The DEI Accountability Gap: What Most Companies Are Missing (and How It's Hurting Their Progress) Only 28% of companies have systems in place to hold employees accountable for inclusive behavior. 🤯 If your company is one of the 72% missing this crucial piece, your DEI efforts could be falling short of their potential. Here's why: 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵: Without accountability, DEI becomes a checkbox exercise, not a cultural shift. 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗽: Words without action breed cynicism and distrust, especially among marginalized employees. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: Lack of accountability leaves bias unchecked and allows inequities to persist. The bottom line? Accountability isn't about punishment. It's about empowering every employee to be an active participant in creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace. 🤝 So, how do you know where your company stands? Take our free DEI Scan to uncover your strengths and weaknesses: Our personalized DEI Maturity Report will reveal where you're excelling and where you need to focus your efforts. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNCqh-vB Dive deeper into our 2024 DEI Benchmark Report to uncover the specific strategies & tips that are making a difference: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezUqxi2B Inside, you'll find insights on: 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: What does inclusive behavior really look like? 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: Equipping employees to recognize and address bias. 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: Tracking progress and holding leaders accountable. #DEI #Accountability #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership

 🌈 Tech's Rainbow Revolution: Celebrating Pride and Progress in the Industry 🌈 This month, there are several exciting events happening in the tech world that highlight LGBTQ inclusion and advocate for continued change. Join us at these events to connect with other passionate professionals, share stories of success, and inspire each other to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace for everyone. For a comprehensive list of events happening as part of Amsterdam Pride, please visit Amsterdam Pride Events: https://lnkd.in/efsRar9B. You can filter events by category, date, audience, and accessibility features such as: 🎭 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆: Arts & Culture, Debates & Conferences, Film, Indoor Parties, Outdoor Parties, Religion, Sport, Street Parties, The Pride Hub, Workshops. 👋 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: All, Asian, Asylum, Bi , BIPOC, Fetish, Intersex, Non-binary, Senior, Student, Trans, Women, Youth & Junior. 🧏♀️ 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Accessible/Toilet, Deaf Interpreter, Loud Sounds, Bright Lights. These filters ensure everyone can find inclusive events that meet their needs and interests. Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈 #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #PrideAmsterdam #Inclusion #PrideAndProgress

🎉 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀: How 91% of Companies Are Boosting Innovation & Collaboration Our latest research reveals a promising trend: 𝟵𝟭% of companies have taken concrete steps to create safe spaces for employees to express themselves. 𝟴𝟳% are actively fostering open communication within their teams. This isn't just feel-good HR fluff. Research shows that psychological safety is directly linked to: 🚀 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Teams that feel safe to take risks are more likely to come up with breakthrough ideas. 🤝 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When people aren't afraid to speak up, problems get solved faster and more effectively. 📈 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Feeling heard and valued makes people more committed to their work. So, what are these companies doing right? A few key strategies we're seeing include: • Regularly soliciting employee feedback (and acting on it!), • Leadership modeling vulnerability and open communication, • Creating inclusive environments where everyone's voice is valued. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆: Psychological safety isn't a "nice-to-have". It's a must-have for any organization that wants to thrive in today's fast-paced, ever-changing world. Wondering where your company stands on psychological safety? Take our free DEI Scan to uncover your strengths and weaknesses: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNCqh-vB Dive deeper into our 2024 DEI Benchmark Report to uncover the specific strategies & tips that are making a difference: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezUqxi2B #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #DiversityAndInclusion #Innovation

🌟Navigating the Tech Landscape: New Insights for Career Switchers 🌟 TechMeUp's latest research sheds light on the challenges faced by those transitioning into tech careers, especially individuals from migration backgrounds or with limited Dutch language proficiency. 👀 Key findings: 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: The average time for TechMeUp graduates to secure a job has increased from 67 days in the first half of 2023 to 91 days currently. 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫: Language proficiency is a significant barrier, with many employers requiring at least a B1 level in Dutch, despite candidates being fluent in English. 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬: Graduates with a migration background face additional challenges, with a job placement rate of 54.4%, compared to 89.6% for those without. 🔍 Discover More: For a detailed look at the data and insights, visit TechMeUp's research page: https://lnkd.in/d33DfjGG At Diverse Leaders in Tech, powered by Techleap, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse tech sector. This research underscores the importance of addressing systemic biases in order to create an industry where all aspiring tech professionals have equal opportunities. Let's continue to support and empower diverse talents in tech! 💪 #DiversityInTech #DEIInsights #CareerAdvice #TechCareers #ResearchInsights

👀 A great read about our recent DEI in European Tech Benchmark report in MT/Sprout. 👇 Our report highlights a critical gap between intent and implementation in #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion (#DEI) initiatives within tech companies. While 91% of firms value psychological safety, over half lack a concrete DEI strategy. Takeaways from the report: • Most tech companies in Europe recognize the importance of DEI but struggle to translate good intentions into tangible actions. • Defining clear DEI goals and strategies tailored to individual company needs is a major challenge. • Many companies need guidance on collecting relevant employee data while ensuring privacy and ethical considerations. What can companies do to close the gap? • Set clear goals and objectives for DEI. • Collect data on employee demographics to track progress. • Implement a DEI strategy that is tailored to your company's unique needs. • Create a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome and valued. • Hold yourself and others accountable for making progress on DEI. At Diverse Leaders in Tech, powered by Techleap, we firmly believe that DEI is not just a moral imperative but a strategic advantage for tech companies. By addressing these challenges head-on, we can collectively build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech industry. Want to learn more? We encourage you to read the full report and take the DEI Scan yourself to get tailored advice for your company: Read the full MT/Sprout article (Dutch only): https://lnkd.in/gtDnYbvD Download our comprehensive report: https://lnkd.in/ezUqxi2B Take our DEI Scan to get personalized recommendations for your company: https://lnkd.in/eNCqh-vB #Tech #DiversityInTech #DEIStrategy #DEIBenchmark #DEIGoals #PsychologicalSafety

✨ I had the privilege of moderating an 'Ask Me Anything Session' with Sergio Panday from ROOTS INSPIRE and Constantijn Van Oranje-Nassau from Techleap at TNW Conference 2024, where we delved into the crucial topic of allyship. 🔥 The interactive conversation was incredibly enriching, as both Sergio and Constantijn shared perspectives that went beyond conventional wisdom and politically correct messaging. A few standout moments for me: 💬 Sergio suggested replacing 'allyship' with 'sponsorship.' He believes the term 'allyship' can imply that support is about helping 'the other' solve 'their' problem. In reality, the lack of equity in our industry is everyone's problem, and we all share the responsibility to address it. A sponsor uses their privilege to advance the disadvantaged, benefiting everyone. Allyship is not charity. 💬 Constantijn humorously acknowledged his apparent privilege but highlighted the most significant one: having the opportunity to connect with people from all corners of the world and walks of life. This privilege has made it natural for him to relate to others, regardless of their identity or background. By experiencing the richness and value diversity and inclusion bring, he believes it's just pure logic to want to leverage his privileges to uplift everyone and ensure no one is left behind. ⭐ There were so many gems in this lively and open conversation, shaped significantly by the insightful questions from the audience. Let's do this again soon, Sergio & Constantijn, and continue learning together! #TNW2024 #DEICoalition2024 #Allyship Diverse Leaders in Tech, powered by Techleap

Looking back at a memorable Keti Koti! Reflecting on the joyous celebration with vibrant outfits, traditional music, and a strong sense of community. Hope you all had 'Wan Switi Maspasi Dey'! 🇸🇷❤️💪🇳🇱https://lnkd.in/eisCDCY7 #KetiKoti #EmancipationDay #Freedom #SurinameCulture #Heritage #CommunityCelebration Images courtesy of AfrikaMuseum & ANP.