Diversity as a strength: First meeting of the diversity network in Leipzig

Diversity as a strength: First meeting of the diversity network in Leipzig

in Leipzig found an important meeting on July 30th and 31st under the motto "Make colorful!" Instead of dealing with diversity in municipal companies. The venue was the Mendelssohn-Haus, where around 80 participants gathered to pursue the importance of diversity and inclusion in the industry industry.

diversity as the key to success

Kerstin Schultheiß, Labor -Laborist group, emphasized in her explanations that "diversity is the key to our company success". She emphasized that the constant promotion of a various workforce is an important prerequisite for remaining as an employer for future specialists.

common goals of the network

The Diversity network Machbunt! the Association of Local Company (VKU) aims to develop a common understanding of diversity and to exchange proven procedures. The focus of the discussions was on the overcoming of obstacles and the creation of a safe space for people of different origins and cultures, which is particularly important today.

variety in the workforce

The Leipzig group employs a total of around 5,100 people. It should be emphasized that the Leipzig transport companies (LVB) have employees from 43 nations and have around 12 percent of the trainees of migration background. These figures illustrate how important cultural diversity is in today's world of work and how it contributes to the creation of a dynamic working environment.

the economic benefit of diversity

Jarno Wittig, Managing Director of VKU Service GmbH, pointed out that companies and economies give away value creation if they do not recognize the advantages of diverse and mixed teams. He emphasized that different age groups, religious beliefs and cultural backgrounds can create an immense dynamic that is essential for a competitive advantage.

a way to improve the employer brand

The network meeting in Leipzig has the potential to increase the visibility of local companies and thus increase their attractiveness as an employer. The participants were able to exchange ideas and develop concepts in order to win over even targeted people for a meaningful activity in general interest.

For more information on this important topic and the activities of the diversity network, visit This website or read in the l-blog .

- Nag