Diversity and inclusion at work

With a significant rise in diagnoses, it is more important than ever that employers have an understanding and awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace. Below, we explore the perspectives of the UK and Poland in managing neurodiversity at work.

During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, practicing Muslims will fast from sunrise to sunset for a period of 30 days. In this piece, we explore the considerations for employers during Ramadan and the approaches taken by different jurisdictions.

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, 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.

18 December 2024 is the UN’s International Migrants Day which shines a spotlight on the contributions of migrants around the world. Studies have shown that having a diverse workforce with employees of different cultural backgrounds and experiences fosters creativity and innovation, and can be hugely beneficial to employers. But how flexible are immigration routes, and do they allow an employer to quickly hire the people they need? And what other hurdles must be overcome in order to engage and attract a diverse workforce? We surveyed 28 countries, both within and outside the EU, and set out our findings below.