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Diversity Project - Investment Industry
Financial Services
Accelerating progress towards an inclusive culture in the investment and savings profession.
About us
The purpose of the Diversity Project is to accelerate progress towards an inclusive culture in the investment and savings profession. An inclusive culture across all levels supports more effective teamwork, gives wider perspectives, better investment decisions, better results for our clients and ultimately more sustainable businesses. The Project spans the whole range of the profession: asset owners, fund managers, fund selectors, pension consultants, actuaries, trustees, wealth managers and the professional standards and trade bodies. We believe that recognisable and measurable progress can be achieved over the Project’s five year timeframe. We aim to achieve diversity across all dimensions, including gender, ethnicity, socio-economic background, LGBTI+, age and disability. Metrics to assess progress will be published following an analysis of the industry’s existing position across these dimensions. Contact us at [email protected] to find out more about this project, or if you would like to get involved.
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http://www.diversityproject.com
External link for Diversity Project - Investment Industry
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2016
- Specialties
- Diversity in the Investment Industry, Young Hires, Mid Career, Employers, Asset Owners, Investment Managers, Investment Consultants, Diversity and Inclusion, Menopause, SMARTworking, Returners, Neurodiversity, Disability, Military Veterans, TalkAboutBlack, Race and Ethnicity, Mental Health, Working Families, Gender, Social Mobility, LGBTQ+, and Early Careers
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London, GB
Updates
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The Diversity Project invites you to a webinar on the 11th September 2024, where both professional experts and those who have experienced racism and seen ‘what works’ will share practical advice to help member firms deal with these challenges. The recent rise in Islamophobia, anti-Semitism and general anti-immigration views is concerning for many of those working within our industry, especially of course those who feel directly threatened by racism. This is creating new challenges for firms as they seek to provide support and reassurance to all employees and to reconcile potentially differing points of view. This webinar is for senior leaders, comms teams and anyone that is interested in this topic. It will cover: · Sharing stories: A session with panellists from member firms sharing their experiences and/or what they have seen work/not working. · Expert panel discussion: Dealing with Islamophobia, anti-Semitic behaviour and racial abuse of specific minority groups. We are pleased to welcome Fudia Smartt, Partner at Spencer West LLP, Dr. Shafi Fazaluddin - The Mediation Service, Founder, The Mediation Service and Rachel Vecht 🌞🏡, Founder, Educating Matters, and Helena Morrissey, Chair, Diversity Project. Register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/grBFbDjh Please do feel free to submit questions in advance and to indicate if you wish to raise these anonymously. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions on the day. Link here to ask your question: https://lnkd.in/g8-pZJ-Z In addition, we will be sharing high level results from a recent survey carried out by Reboot. The survey takes 5 minutes to complete, please do take part if you can. If you or anyone you know in our industry has been affected by these topics, the Diversity Project’s Safe Space is available, which offers everyone works in the industry the opportunity to share experiences of poor behaviour. Report here: https://lnkd.in/gAgqtYxH Event details: Date: 11th September 2024 Time: 11:45am - 1:30pm #WhatWorks #InclusiveWorkplaces #NoSpaceForRacism #Talkaboutblack#Talkaboutblack
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🚨 DP Pathway Programme 2025: Applications Closing 13th September! Attention all finance professionals! Applications for the 2025 DP Pathway Programme are closing soon, and this is your final opportunity to nominate exceptional female talent for this transformative journey. With only 12% of Portfolio Managers globally being women, it's time to make a difference! This exclusive programme, now in its third year, is designed to propel talented women towards success as Portfolio Managers or Traders. Participants receive bespoke training created by the industry, for the industry, giving them the best chance to excel in these pivotal roles. Application Process: 1️⃣ Firms: Nominate your candidates by completing the online form by 13th September. 2️⃣ Participants: Once nominated, you will receive an email with your application form. Submit it by 27th September. Successful candidates and their firms will be notified on or around 15th October. Don't miss this chance to be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and be the change! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eMW5jcn5 #WhatWorks #FutureFemaleInvestors #WomenInFinance #PortfolioManagers #Traders #DiversityInFinance Shyla Hoenigschmid-DeVeaux Emma Hamilton
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Thank you Marina Lund for your kind words and continued support. We're proud to see initiatives like the Pathway Programme making a real impact on increasing diversity in the industry. Together, we’re working towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all. The Pathway Programme aims to develope the Female Investment Professionals of the Future. Interested in becoming a portfolio manager or trader? Applications for our 2025 Pathway programme close the 13th of September. To find out more? Head to our website: https://lnkd.in/eMscWcBT #WhatWorks #FutureFemaleInvestors #DiversityProjectPathway
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Register now for the Diversity Project Europe (DPE)'s Unlock Success: DEI In European Asset Management webinar on the 16th September. In this webinar, they also provide details of a first of its kind report, produced in partnership with PwC Switzerland, on European Asset Management sector maturity, the regulatory landscape and how to move from strategic DEI intent to tangible business practices. The report draws on insights from 30 leading asset managers, with more than EUR 12.4 trillion in AuM. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eczTAybU #WhatWorks
Register now!! Our respondents represent medium-sized and large asset management organisations from across Europe and globally, managing over EUR 12.4 trillion in AuM. They provided valuable insights on key topics, including DE&I strategy. On the 16th of September we have an exciting line up of speakers discussing the following: 🔹 Hear about our vision and mission 🔹 The DPE roadmap and how you can get involved 🔹 High level results from our recent survey. Note the report will be launched on the 10th of September 🔹 Q&A for attendees Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/4d8miJl PwC Switzerland #DEI #EuropeanAssetManagement #DiversityEquityAndInclusion #FinancialServices Aegon Asset Management, AXA Investment Managers, Franklin Templeton, HSBC Asset Management, Natixis Investment Managers, Nordea Asset Management, Pictet Asset Management, Quoniam Asset Management, T. Rowe Price Camilla Udd, Isabelle Brancart, Jérôme Broustra, Linda Russheim, Nancy R., Ric van Weelden , Zahra Sheikh
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Diversity Project - Investment Industry reposted this
The Skills Workshop virtual careers fair is back, and it's packed with insights and opportunities that could shape your future. Throughout September and October, join us for a series of 1-hour sessions every Tuesday to Thursday, 6-7 pm, where you'll get the chance to connect with leading firms and industry experts. 🔥 Kicking off next week: Octopus Investments, GIC, and Man Group are ready to share their knowledge, offer insider tips, and discuss the opportunities waiting for you at their firms. Why attend? ⭐ Invaluable insights from top industry professionals ⭐ Networking with potential employers ⭐ Q&A sessions to get your burning questions answered Don’t miss out on this chance to step closer to your dream career. 🚀 Register now and secure your spot! Tuesday 3rd September: Octopus Investments 🔗 Sign up: https://lnkd.in/eS-ZxFFH Wednesday 4th September: GIC 🔗Sign up: https://bit.ly/VCF2024GIC Thursday 5th September: Man Group 🔗 Sign up: https://bit.ly/VCF2024MAN Diversity Project - Investment Industry #ImpactThruInclusion #CareerReady #InvestmentIndustry #CareerFair #GraduateOpportunities #CareerGrowth
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Diversity Project - Investment Industry reposted this
This year, I've been writing a lot about people who have swapped careers for a job in the City. I recently interviewed Anum Bandey, the former Olympic swimmer, who wants to land a job as a fund manager. Bandey, 27, works at Aviva Investors and was among the first cohort to participate in the Diversity Project - Investment Industry pathway programme, which looks to tackle the lack of women in money-managing roles. She tells me why she settled on asset management, nearly a decade after hanging up her goggles. https://lnkd.in/eJFRv9MN
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It's clear that firms must do more to address workplace culture and support their employees, particularly those affected by racism and discrimination. As the Chair of the Diversity Project, Helena Morrissey emphasises, people want action from firms, not just words. Read the full Ignites Europe article, 'Rising tensions force firms to address workplace culture' here: https://lnkd.in/ekmPXwvK At the Diversity Project, we're currently working on a webinar at the beginning of September when people are back from Summer breaks and gathering resources which aim to best equip firms to support their employees during times of social unrest. More to come on this next week, so please do keep an eye on your inboxes and social media. Don't forget we have Safe Space in case anyone wants to report poor behaviour: https://lnkd.in/ebNhFHt3 In the meantime, we would appreciate it if you filled out Reboot's quick 5-minute survey: https://lnkd.in/eTbgGF-C #WhatWorks #NoSpaceForRacisim #Inclusion #Talkaboutblack Noreen Biddle Shah
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Join us on the 11th September at 10am for our first webinar in our new Social Mobility Speaker Series, Levelling the Playing Field in partnership with Progress Together and the The Social Mobility Foundation. In this webinar, we will discuss 'What can we learn from professional services?' – we look forward to hearing from our speakers: - Jenny Baskerville, Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity, KPMG UK - Sarah Atkinson, Chief Executive Officer, The Social Mobility Foundation - Grace Osborne, Social Mobility, Browne Jacobson Register here: https://lnkd.in/eCnFxmnD See what's coming up next in our Social Mobility Speaker Series: https://lnkd.in/ess-pSZT #WhatWorks #SocialMobility
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Join us virtually on the 23rd of September for a discussion on ‘Supporting working parents with children's mental health’ in partnership with Women in Banking and Finance - UK – this important topic is part of our Parenting Horizons speaker series. We are so pleased to welcome an incredible panel of speakers to this webinar – Sir Peter Wanless, the CEO of NSPCC who will set the scene and state of play with children's mental health. Following on we will hear from Stuart White, UK CEO of HSBC Asset Management, and Alison Unsted, CEO of MindForward Alliance about being a working parent as well as the support required and how fostering an open culture in the workplace to support parents is essential. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ex5Pup2R The Mental Health workstream is organising this webinar and they are very keen for people to complete a short survey ahead of the webinar which looks at the experiences of parents and carers who are supporting children with their mental health. The link for the survey is here: https://lnkd.in/e-U7irfA We would be grateful if you could complete this whether you are able to attend the webinar or not. #WhatWorks #ParentingHorizons #WorkingFamilies #MentalHealth Feyi Osinuga, ACA, CFA Stephanie Thompson
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