Diversity and inclusion at work

Multinational employers with operations in both the US and Europe are having to navigate the shifting position of the US on diversity, equity and inclusion. To assist employers, we take a look at what DEI measures are required by law or are strongly recommended across Europe. This is an updated version of our original article published on 4 February 2025, and includes an updated map and new table of information.

This map shows at glance which countries currently have reporting obligations in place for employers in relation to what men and women are paid in their organisations.

Today marks the UN’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. With a growing global focus on improving corporate culture, employers face increasing pressure to address harassment and foster safe, respectful workplaces. Below, we highlight recent legislative changes aimed at tackling workplace sexual harassment, pointing to a sustained policy shift on the issue.

Coworking and the use of shared/serviced office spaces has surged post-pandemic, reducing employer control over the people with whom they share the physical work environment. With new duties to prevent sexual harassment of staff due to take effect in the UK, what steps should employers adopt to protect their workforce from third party harassment?

Today, as the world marks the 10th anniversary of the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, it’s a chance to take stock of where we stand. Back in 2015, the United Nations General Assembly established this day to celebrate and support women and girls in science. But here we are, a decade later, and the challenges they face haven’t disappeared. Why is it still so hard for women to break through in science? The reasons are complex. They’re rooted in long-standing biases, societal expectations and systemic barriers that continue to hold them back.