“Diversity is being invited to come as you are. Inclusion is being accepted for who you are. Belonging is being empowered to be your authentic self.”, Kathleen Van Nuffel, Chair LDIA
In October 2018, Kat Van Nuffel from Steptoe, along with Els Lagasse, then a representative of Van Bael & Bellis, proposed the innovative idea of creating a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) network. Their aim was to aid law firms in enhancing their DEI practices. After conducting extensive dialogues with numerous other law firms, their initiative began to gather momentum.
On January 31, 2019, the increased support and influx of new members culminated in the foundation and strengthening of the Legal Diversity & Inclusion Alliance.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion takes the form of a pledge to eliminate discrimination in the workplace, to promote an inclusive organisational culture, and to take tangible actions to fulfil the goals outlined in our charter.
These are:
- building a cross law firm alliance, focusing on diversity and inclusion
- exchanging good practices on diversity and inclusion
- raising awareness of non-discrimination and diversity issues by combining efforts in organising events, workshops, training sessions, etc.
- working to create a diverse and inclusive work environment
We strongly believe that combining our efforts will greatly aid our progress towards achieving these goals.
AWARDS:
27 January 2021: LDIA was nominated for the award of Outstanding Network/Group within the Diversity and Inclusion category at the Chambers Europe Awards 2021.
We would like to thank Chambers and Partners for their recognition and support of our D&I efforts, as well as our members for their continued commitment to building a more diverse and inclusive work environment across the legal industry.
The shortlist is based on the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion team’s research.
The Chambers Europe Awards 2021 was held virtually on Thursday, 22 April 2021.
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11 October 2019: LDIA is proud to have won the award ‘Works Diversity Initiative 2019’ by Kliq vzw.
Press:
https://cavaria.be/kliq-works-most-inclusive-employer-2019
https://www.lexgo.be/nl/nieuws/2019/10/ldia-awarded-for-the-aodiversity-initiative-of-the-year-ao,131723.html
https://www.kliqworks.be/events/