It won’t surprise you, but diversity and inclusion (D&I) are highly valued at the Amsterdam municipality. In addition to initiating Amsterdam – Diverse & Inclusive, which focuses on the Amsterdam business community, there is also a lot of focus on D&I within the municipality. In the video below, Councilwoman Touria Meliani explains why and how Amsterdam is working to do just that. Two municipal employees explain how they ensure more inclusive recruitment and selection of new colleagues. Because: the more diversity in the organization, the better the contact with the city’s residents and the sharper the eye for what is needed. Only with an inclusive culture can the City of Amsterdam do its job well and become a better employer.
The City of Amsterdam is the client of Amsterdam – Diverse & Inclusive. The municipality funds the initiative and advises on implementation. Amsterdam – Diverse & Inclusive is primarily an independent platform for businesses.