Diversity, equity and inclusiveness

Diverse perspectives, combined with an inclusive culture and equitable opportunities, drive better decision-making, stimulate innovation, increase organizational agility and strengthen resilience to disruption.

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How EY is working to uplift social equity through authentic storytelling

Karyn Twaronite 27 Feb 2023
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Commitment to advancing social equity and inclusive growth

As a global organization, EY has an opportunity to address the impact of inequities and injustice, and push for progress within EY and beyond. We commit to advance social equity and inclusive growth and stand against injustice, bias, discrimination and racism.

Social equity means that each person at EY has access to the resources and opportunities they need, given different starting points and different needs. It also means removing barriers to opportunities and inclusive experiences that may lead to unequal outcomes. 

We believe businesses have direct influence to address these gaps and build a better working world, through the way we team and lead, the cultures we create on teams, how we assign and value work, how we evaluate performance, and make advancement and appointment decisions.

To demonstrate our commitment, the Global Executive (GE) has signed the EY GE DE&I statement which underscores our increased focus on diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

Read the GE DE&I statement

EY awarded global equality standard (GES) recognition

GES is one of the first worldwide diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) certifications of its kind. It is used to provide an in-depth diagnostic of all aspects of DE&I. It allows employers to assess the extent to which DE&I is embedded throughout the organization’s systems, processes and operations while providing guidance on leading practices and valuable benchmarking. EY joins several other world renowned organizations in obtaining this honor and this is a demonstration of our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

GES certificate

WEF's Global Parity Alliance as a leading Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness initiative

EY Neuro-Diverse Centers of Excellence (NCoEs) have been recognized by World Economic Forum's Global Parity Alliance as a leading Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness initiative. 

WEF's Global Parity Alliance as a leading Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness initiative

EY Neuro-Diverse Centers of Excellence (NCoEs) have been recognized by World Economic Forum's Global Parity Alliance as a leading Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness initiative.

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    How EY can Help

    The Team

    Steven Claes

    EY Belgium Tax & Law Leader and Talent Leader
    Trying to make a difference every day.
    Diegem, BEL

    Karyn Twaronite

    EY Global Vice Chair - Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness
    Driver of diversity and inclusiveness programs to provide equitable opportunities and experiences for all. Passionate advocate for creating a sense of belonging.
    New York, USA

    Trent Henry

    EY Global Vice Chair – Talent
    Visionary leader and team-builder. Trusted advisor to businesses of all sizes. Vocal advocate for aspiring professionals and for diversity and inclusiveness. Hockey dad and coach.
    Toronto, CAN

    Learn how diversity and inclusiveness means growth, and see our recent awards from respected organizations who have recognized these efforts.

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