Presentation

“Diversity” is a concept that has recently gained importance and presents a central issue for our society as it includes economic, social and cultural considerations.
Diversity means fighting against discrimination in a positive way. This concerns any discrimination regarding age, disability, sexual orientation, racial or ethnic origin or different convictions (religious, political, philosophical,…). One of the essential elements of Diversity is the integration of everybody into the labour market, according to the principle of equal treatment.

The European Observatory of Diversity defines itself as a platform of information and analysis. It offers detailed and updated information on many aspects of Diversity and Corporate Social Responsability, to political leaders or members of the civil society.

This resource-website gathers academic publications, legislative texts and rich and complete news of the Diversity at the European level. Combined with a quarterly newsletter, it provides theoretical grounds but also examples of best practices and innovative projects.

The objectives of the European Observatory of Diversity are multiple:

  • Providing data
  • Launch studies
  • Passing European meetings and forums
  • Being a European platform for sharing knowledge
  • Advising companies and political leaders

This shared platform can serve as a network for associations, professional federations and public authorities. The agenda gathers the events (conferences, seminars, manifestations...) in order for the actors of the European Diversity to meet.

The Diversity Obervatory offers a new point of view to think the world of tomorrow. While local socio-economic activities may seem disorganised and heterogeneous, they integrate common principles such as social harmony, citizenship, respect of the environment, social economy...

This Observatory aims at being a reference in terms of monitoring transition initiatives. By gathering these new ways of consuming, working and producting, but also sharing and living together, the European Observatory of Diversity claims to be a cornerstone for all the actors looking for a meaningful project.