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Dr. Sotiris ThemistokleousDirector of Strategic Development
Panayiota ConstantiProject Manager, Diversity Charter Cyprus
www.csicy.com
We develop and introduce disruptive solutions to systemic social, education and economic challenges, through inclusive interaction with the community.
Experts in the fields of: • Social Innovation
• VET & Capacity Building
• Education
• Research
• Social Justice
• Implementing more than 80 social oriented programs – 40 staff and external experts
Discrimination can be found in bold or subtle gestures
Diversity and Inclusion in EuropeThe European Platform of Diversity Charters
• Created in 2010 under the initiative of and
with funding from the European
Commission.
• The Platform offers a place for existing
European Diversity Charters (currently 26) to
exchange and share experience and good
practices (meetings, expert seminars, annual
high-level forums). Diversity Charters encourage organizations (NGOs, public bodies, private companies etc.) to develop and implement diversity and inclusion policies. By signing a charter, the organisation voluntarily commits to promote diversity and
equal opportunities in the workplace, regardless of, age, disability, gender, race or ethnic origin,
religion or sexual orientation.
• Becoming a signatory to a Diversity Charter provides access to vast peer network, publications and supporting tools for benchmarking, measuring and monitoring.
• Through the platform, promoters can meet regularly, to share their experience and develop common tools.
Diversity and Inclusion in CyprusThe Cypriot Workplace
All persons are equal before the law, the administration and justice and are entitled to equal
protection thereof and treatment thereby.
Article 28 par. 1 of the Cyprus Constitution
"Promoting substantial equality in the workplace for all participants, regardless of their personal
characteristics and / or choices, has a positive effect on both personal and professional maturity, which is
essential in a modern and diverse society.“
Ministry of Labor and Social Insurance, 2019
Every person shall enjoy all the rights and liberties provided for in this Constitution without any direct or indirect
discrimination against any person on the ground of his community, race, religion, language, sex, political or other
convictions, national or social descent, birth, colour, wealth, social class, or on any ground whatsoever […]
Article 28 par. 2 of the Cyprus Constitution
Diversity and Inclusion in the Cypriot Workplace
Today’s Facts and FiguresIs diversity management included in
the stated values of your organisation?
67.75%
27.10%
3.60% 1.55%
1
2
3
4
67.75% – No27.10% – Yes3.60% – Not specified1.55% – I am not certain
Is there an established procedure for resolving problems related to diversity?
5.25%15.65%
57.30%
18.20%
0.00%
1 2 3 4
57.30% - No, whatever problem arises is resolvedon an ad hoc and informal basis18.20% - I do not know15.65% - The existing general complaint andconflict resolution mechanisms are used5.25% - Yes, there is a special, fully documentedand formalised resolution procedure
EMBRACIVE - Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion in the workplace (EU, Erasmus+)Online survey with 56 participating entities, September 2020
25.35%
41.40%
33.25%
41.40% - No33.25% - I do not know25.35% - Yes
Does the company plan to adopt an official diversity management policy in the near future? (within the next 3yrs)
10.95%
23.45%
35.40%
30.25%
1
2
3
4
How do you think the issues of diversity are affected by the health restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic?
35.40% - They make it difficult to enhance diversity30.25% - I do not know23.45% - They do not affect the enhancement of diversity10.95% - They facilitate the enhancement of diversity
Diversity and Inclusion in the Cypriot Workplace
Today’s Facts and Figures
EMBRACIVE - Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion in the workplace (EU, Erasmus+)Online survey with 56 participating entities, September 2020
Diversity Charter Cyprus (DCC)
Objectives
• Promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring
equal opportunities for all employees by fostering diversity
thinking and implementation of inclusive practices.
• Create a dynamic local and European network to share
best practices and promote synergies
• Offer valuable tools to combat discrimination and
encourage entities in Cyprus to develop and implement
diverse and inclusive policies
Official launchJanuary 2019
First honorary signatory:
Cyprus Telecommunications Agency (CYTA)
Target GroupPublic bodies, private organisations, businesses, companies, institutions
and any other type of entity in Cyprus
Part of the European Platform of Diversity Charters. Managed by the Center for Social Innovation, EU Official
Representative in Cyprus.
Memorandum of Understanding
Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tools and Benefits
1. Respecting the principles of the Diversity Charter Cyprus
2. Recognising and investing in each employee’s differences and talents
3. Promoting mutual trust, equal treatment and non-discrimination
4. Developing policy, strategy and practices based on the acceptance of diversity and inclusion
5. Disclosing its commitment to the Diversity Charter Cyprus
It generates an ethical, voluntary commitment to every signatory
το develop and promote diverse and inclusive policies, strategies
and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all employees in
the Cypriot workplace. By…..
Practical Guide to the Diversity Charter Cyprus
Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tools and Benefits
Includes explanatory information on diversity
management and inclusion in the workplace, and
best practices at national and international level.
Available in Greek and English
Diversity and Inclusion Training
Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tools and Benefits
• Offered to every signatory of the Diversity Charter Cyprus
• Facilitated by the Center for Social Innovation Team of Experts
• Tailored to specific needs and requirements
• Available in Greek and English language
• Free, one-day, online training Training Content
1. The concept of Diversity & Inclusion
2. Diversity Management in Organisations
3. Diversity Management and the Journey of the Employee in the Organisation
4. Sustainable, Diverse and Inclusive Culture in the Organisation
E-learning Diversity and Inclusion Course
Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tools and Benefits
Open, interactive, e-learning platform
providing to the interested users a free
supplementary training with additional
theoretical and practical material,
further readings, questionnaires, useful
checklists and quizzes.
Official Digital Badge
Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tools and Benefits
By signing the Diversity Charter
Cyprus, the signatory receives the
Official Digital Badge, which can be
used on the entity’s official online
profile, websites, social media and
other official documents.
Diversity Charter Cyprus Assessment and Sustainability Tools
Assessment and Evaluation Tools• Development of measurement tools, monitoring
procedures, quality evaluation questionnaires andassessment forms
• Implementation of annual controlling visits and monitoring observations
…to monitor members’ compliance with the value of the Charter
Communication and Outreach Tools
• Organisation of annual Diversity International Conference in Cyprus
• Facilitation of seminars, trainings, workshops for the exchange of knowledge, skills and good practices
Accountability and Sustainability
Certified members with highest D&I standards
Engagement and outreach at Pancyprian level
Impact and sustainability at national and European Level
Diversity Charter Achievements
• Flexible hours policy to allow for better work-life balance
• Increased recruitment of people with disabilities and migrant background and investment in building up their skills
• Training sessions on unconscious bias put in place for recruiters and human resources professionals
• Events, workshops and lectures on mental health at the workplace
• Dedicated communities on the company intranet on the topics of gender equality, rights of people with disabilities, multiculturalism and LGBTI
• International food weeks in companies to learn about diverse cultural background of all employees
1. Ministry of Interior - European Funds Unit
2. Ministry of Interior - Civil Defense Unit
3. Commissioner of Communications
4. Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber
5. Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy
6. Health Insurance Organisation
7. Municipality of Deryneia
8. Municipality of Sotira
9. Press and Information Office
Diversity Charter Cyprus
9 Official Supporters
Public Bodies
Diversity Charter Cyprus
38 Official Members
1. Cyprus Telecommunication Agency
2. Atlantis Culture
3. Bird Life Cyprus
4. Centre for Sustainable Peace & Democratic Development
5. Citizens in Power
6. Cyprus Computer Society
7. Cyprus Energy Agency
8. Cyprus Neuroscience & technology Institute
9. Digital Cyprus
10. Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre
11. Hope for Children – CRC Policy Center
12. HR Innovate
13. One Terrene International
14. Synthesis Center for Research and Innovation
15. Oxygono
16. Sistema Cyprus
17. Nautilos SAR
18. International Law Association – Cyprus
19. Euro-Arab Music Center
20. Eurojobs
Organisations
Universities / Colleges / Schools
1. University of Cyprus
2. Frederick University
3. KES College
4. University of Central Lancashire - Cyprus
5. Olympion High School
Diversity Charter Cyprus
38 Official MembersCompanies
1. KPMG Cyprus
2. Karpozilos Developers
3. Opinion & Action Services
4. Shell Lykavitos Station
5. T. Solonos and Sons Stationers
6. Travelhouse
Diversity Charter CyprusOur vision for the future
• Develop further effective and strategic tools to create awareness and spread information on the importance of the Charter and the diversity and inclusion in the Cypriot workplace
• Develop and promote specific, strategic knowledge and skills on the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on diversity and inclusion in the Cypriot workplace
• Create a pan-Cyprian ever expanding and continuously evolving dynamic Network model of businesses and organizations
• Make Diversity Charter a MUST for all businesses and organizations who call themselves diverse, modern and innovative!
Diversity and Inclusion: All that we share
Thank you!Contact
Dr. Sotiris Themistokleous
Director of Strategic Development
Τel: +357 22 610 714 (Office)
LinkedIn: Sotiris Themistokleous
Panayiota Constanti
Project Manager, Diversity Charter Cyprus
Tel: +357 22 610 712 (Office)
LinkedIn: Panayiota Constanti
www.csicy.com [email protected]
Center for Social Innovation Cyprus - CSICY
Rigenis 62, 1st Floor, Nicosia, 1010, Cyprus
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