Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity at Zzoomm
Everyone is different, everyone is welcome.
Equality, diversity, and inclusivity are critical in the workplace because they help to create an environment that is fair, respectful, and supportive for all employees. Here at Zzoomm, we have created the DIGZ initiative. This stands for Diversity Inclusion Group (Zzoomm). It is a group comprised of representatives from across the business who come together to discuss and devise ways to promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity within Zzoomm.
There are many benefits to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It encourages people from different backgrounds and experiences to collaborate and share their ideas, leading to more innovative and creative solutions. When employees feel valued and supported, they are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and productive, leading to better performance and outcomes for the organization. By promoting equality and inclusivity, organizations can reduce the likelihood of discrimination and harassment, creating a safer and more respectful workplace for all employees.
Companies that prioritize equality, diversity, and inclusivity are more likely to attract and retain talented employees from all backgrounds who are looking for a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Implementing equality, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI) in the workplace involves a deliberate and strategic approach to ensure that all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. Here are some steps to implement EDI in the workplace:
Develop an EDI policy: We at Zzoomm have created a policy that outlines our commitment to EDI and the specific actions that will be taken to achieve this goal. You can read our policy here https://www.zzoommgroup.com/equal-diversity-and-inclusion-policy/
Review recruitment and promotion practices: Our recruitment team has implemented a process where they operate on an unconscious bias, giving all candidates equal opportunity to roles. Diminishing discrimination based on age, gender, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.
Foster an inclusive workplace culture: Encourage open communication, respect, and empathy among employees, and create an environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated. We have supplied our Zzoommers with Think Post Cards to remind them how to treat one another and members of the public.
Here are the Think PostCards:
Promote work-life balance: Offer flexible work arrangements, including telecommuting, job sharing, and flexible schedules, to help employees balance work and personal responsibilities.
Provide support for underrepresented groups: Here at Zzoomm, we have run support initiatives such as Women in Zzoomm to provide opportunities for women to become a part of the Telecoms industry. We also provide training to our Zzoommer to become Mental Health Champions, so they a provided with the skills to assist their fellow Zzoommers in their time of need. With the help of Maz Begum, we have ran workshops to celebrate Ramadan and educate our Zzoommers on the importance of Ramadan to their fellow Muslim Zzoommers. By offering these opportunities to support and educate, we want to help our Zzoommers succeed in the workplace.
Implementing EDI in the workplace is a continuous process that requires our ongoing efforts, to which Zzoomm is committed.