Capgemini is named as a Stonewall UK Gold Employer

Capgemini has achieved Gold Employer status by Stonewall UK. The company is proud of its wide cultural diversity, regularly reviewing its recruitment and working practices to identify the steps it needs to take to continue attracting and retaining the most diverse workforce possible.

"We're thrilled that our commitment to workplace inclusion and our support for the LGBTQ+ community have been recognised by Europe's largest LGBTQ+ charity," comments Capgemini.

Capgemini's belief in Diversity of Thought extends its definition of diversity beyond the traditional facets of gender, ethnicity, age and sexual orientation to include experience, personality, communication, work styles, and more. Having audited current practices in each country, the company has created a global diversity agenda and drafted a plan of supporting global initiatives.

Capgemini is a Top Employer

Stonewall UK stands for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people everywhere. Its campaigns to drive positive change in public attitudes and public policy. Stonewall ensures LGBTQ+ people can thrive throughout life by building deep, sustained change programmes with the institutions that have the biggest impact.

Stonewall saw 403 employers taking part in the Workplace Equality Index from across the public, private and third sectors, 79,040 employees responding to its Staff Feedback Questionnaire and announced 282 Gold, Silver and Bronze Employer award winners.

Addressing bias in the workplace

Capgemini believes a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are isn’t just a powerful moral responsibility — it’s also a source of competitive advantage. By having a diverse workforce that represents society and fostering an inclusive culture, Capgemini is building a place where its people can thrive.

That’s why Capgemini is working with global and local organizations and its own employees to ensure it creates equal opportunities for all, address bias in the workplace, and equip all managers with the skills to be truly inclusive leaders.

From inclusion surveys and unconscious bias trainings to internal employee resource groups and engagement initiatives, Capgemini seeks to understand the needs and hear the voices of all its people.