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ASSOCHAM 4th Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards & Conclave–2023

In today’s interconnected world, embracing diversity and cultivating a culture of inclusion within the workplace brings about numerous benefits that extend far beyond moral obligations. A diverse and inclusive workplace is one that makes everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the business, feel equally involved in and supported in all areas of the workplace. India is heading on a transformative journey where the government has made a move to inculcate D&I into practice by amending the laws or introducing new policies, and organisations have also realised the potential of diverse teams in achieving efficient targets. More employees and other stakeholders can connect with them because they represent an inclusive attitude.

More than 300 corporations across sectors participated in the last three editions of ASSOCHAM’s D&I Excellence Awards, and they were recognised in the presence of the Government and corporations in the conclave.

Awards Category:

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Best Employer for Women

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Best Employer for Persons with Disabilities

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Best Employer for Policies on Diversity & Inclusion

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D&I Champion Award (Individual Level)

Sub- Categories

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Small Category: Employees 201 - 1000

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Medium Category: Employees 1001 - 5000

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Large Category: Employees 5001 & Above

Organizations may apply nominations for D&I Awards in various categories as per the organisation’s employee strength.

In addition, ASSOCHAM is bringing out a publication on Diversity & Inclusion initiatives. On behalf of the organisation leadership, a write-up, an article, or a case study related to D&I may submit in not more than 500 words. Some pages of the publication are dedicated to advertisements, and you may also submit advertisements for the brand.

In this context, with an objective to promote an inclusive work culture and to recognise the outstanding work of the nation’s most inclusive organisations, ASSOCHAM is organising its 4th edition of “Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards & Conclave”.

Jury Members

Ms. Preeti Sudan, IAS (Retd.)

Member, Union Public Service Commission & Former Union Health Secretary, GoI

Dr Ravi Verma, PhD

Regional Director, ASIA
International Center for Research on Women (ICRW)

Shri T. D. Dhariyal

Former State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Govt. of NCT of Delhi

Ms. Suhela Khan

Country Program Manager, Women’s Economic Empowerment, UN Women

Mr. Anil Rajput

Chairperson, ASSOCHAM National CSR Council and President-Corporate Affairs, ITC Ltd.

Mr. Ravi Bhatnagar

Co-Chairperson, ASSOCHAM National CSR & Empowerment Councils and Director External Affairs & Partnerships, South Asia, Reckitt

Mr. Vishal Kedia

Co-Chairperson, ASSOCHAM National Empowerment Council & Founder and Director, Complykaro Services Private Limited