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77<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Blurb” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a2aba5ec-97b6-43b9-8f3e-a3a92061a32b” global_colors_info=”{}”]designated diversity and inclusion champions and supporters across the network[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Asterisk Note” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”3e87cc2e-ac6e-49b8-8064-d835ef78d2fc” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]*Based on the number of employees[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Statistic” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”cd6b9aaf-14c7-41ec-8359-eb94234d0658″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

69%<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Blurb” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a2aba5ec-97b6-43b9-8f3e-a3a92061a32b” global_colors_info=”{}”]of our staff are women[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Statistic” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”cd6b9aaf-14c7-41ec-8359-eb94234d0658″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

56%<\/p>\n

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95%<\/p>\n

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of new joiners have completed training on diversity, equity and inclusion since January 2023<\/p>\n

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48<\/p>\n

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languages spoken across the firm<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Section Fullwidth – NO REAL CONTENT SET YET” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a0d4aa8d-2405-4c8a-bb04-27fe5bc9be31″ disabled=”on” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-475f93d8-28bf-4ac3-925e-687b517721ec%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]We are proud of the progress made this year, and this report shows the power and impact of our collective effort. 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The team launched a DE&I Book Club, creating space for colleagues to explore new perspectives and engage in open, thoughtful conversations. In parallel, each practice group determined specific goals to help keep inclusivity embedded in both team culture and client work. <\/p>\n

During the year, AXON also created opportunities for colleagues to share lived experiences, including a session with a team member who spoke about his experience as a trans man. This discussion reinforced the importance of inclusive healthcare communications and highlighted the role of representation, understanding, and dignity. Such initiatives continue to strengthen allyship and learning across the team. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/csr.avenir.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/03\/Digital-Accessibility.png” alt=”accessibility buttons on a computer keyboard” title_text=”Digital Accessibility” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b980b50c-1ec4-42ca-92e2-5061ee17e081″ background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-65df2117-84a5-4823-b20b-89340936cdbb%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row – Cherry” module_id=”1-2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_heading title=”CHERRY” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a9ddff2f-cd24-47f5-b653-fb0e7fa4caca” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-d430c69f-ba63-4d72-a857-07c4b20a8bfe%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text in 2 Columns” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”6bed29a8-105c-45ce-bd98-21e51d63516e” global_colors_info=”{}”]As part of its ongoing commitment to gender equity, Cherry established a Gender Pay Gap Forum to create a safe space for discussing the barriers women face in life and at work. One recurring theme was the disproportionate impact of childcare responsibilities on working mothers, who are often viewed as primary caregivers. This led to conversations about pregnancy and parenting at work, which led to a partnership with Tommy\u2019s Pregnancy at Work program. <\/p>\n

Another colleague highlighted how approaching a senior male colleague for an informal catch-up can sometimes feel uncomfortable. This insight inspired an initiative designed to make those moments easier by offering a simple, inclusive way to spark relaxed, human conversations between junior and senior colleagues, which can then open doors, encourage mentorship, and build confidence. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/csr.avenir.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/03\/Cherry.png” alt=”megaphone icon and gender equality” title_text=”Cherry” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b980b50c-1ec4-42ca-92e2-5061ee17e081″ background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-65df2117-84a5-4823-b20b-89340936cdbb%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row – Hanover” module_id=”1-3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_heading title=”HANOVER” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a9ddff2f-cd24-47f5-b653-fb0e7fa4caca” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-d430c69f-ba63-4d72-a857-07c4b20a8bfe%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text in 2 Columns” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”6bed29a8-105c-45ce-bd98-21e51d63516e” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

To mark South Asian Heritage Month\u202f(SAHM) and the 2025 theme \u201cRoots to Routes\u201d, Hanover hosted a conversation with Khalida Popal, former captain and co-founder of Afghanistan\u2019s women\u2019s football team. She shared reflections on her personal journey, growing up in a refugee camp in Pakistan after fleeing the Taliban as a child, and discussed her book My Beautiful Sisters: A Story of Courage, Hope and the Afghan Women\u2019s Football Team<\/em> which explores the power of courage, hope, and solidarity.\u202fThe event provided colleagues with an inspiring opportunity to reflect on these themes.<\/p>\n

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As part of this broader effort, Madano also hosted an educational session on neurodiversity, where colleagues shared\u202fpersonal experiences\u202fof different forms of neurodivergence. To embed this learning into day-to-day practice, the team introduced inclusive meeting guidelines\u202fdesigned to support diverse communication styles, cognitive needs, and physical requirements. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/csr.avenir.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/03\/Madano.png” alt=”Person jogging in nature” title_text=”Madano” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b980b50c-1ec4-42ca-92e2-5061ee17e081″ background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-65df2117-84a5-4823-b20b-89340936cdbb%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Row Inner Page Articles CTA” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”fd20cd71-c377-4c37-87b2-40db999ea6fc” custom_margin=”0px||50px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text CTA” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Instrument Serif – Regular||||||||” text_font_size=”64px” text_line_height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]Looking for more details?[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”CODE: Download” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”900065c8-563b-4267-a1d5-656a91862119″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n \n \n <\/svg>\n

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These discussions, along with other Pride-related activities held across NATIONAL\u2019s Canadian offices, created opportunities for colleagues to hear diverse perspectives and deepen their understanding of how to support 2SLGBTQI+ communities in meaningful and consistent ways. By engaging teams across regions and languages, these initiatives helped foster visibility, encourage dialogue, and strengthen support for sexual and gender diversity across the network. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/csr.avenir.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/03\/National-1.png” alt=”Person jogging in nature” title_text=”National” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b980b50c-1ec4-42ca-92e2-5061ee17e081″ background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-65df2117-84a5-4823-b20b-89340936cdbb%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row – Padilla” module_id=”1-6″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_heading title=”PADILLA” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a9ddff2f-cd24-47f5-b653-fb0e7fa4caca” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-d430c69f-ba63-4d72-a857-07c4b20a8bfe%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text in 2 Columns” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”6bed29a8-105c-45ce-bd98-21e51d63516e” global_colors_info=”{}”]In 2025, Padilla continued its guest speakers\u2019 series Bubble Break, which invites diverse contributors such as play specialists, chefs, writers, and industry experts to explore a wide variety of inclusion-related topics. The brand also recognized key Inclusion + Belonging observances through internal communications, including Black History Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Pride Month. <\/p>\n

In addition, Senior Vice-President Jeff Wilson delivered presentations on the state of DEI in the United States and beyond both internally and externally through the Public Relations Society of America\u2019s Richmond and Philadelphia chapters. The session examined key factors driving DEI changes in the United States and their impact on organizations and communities\u2014including legal influences, social media dynamics, political actions, international responses to U.S. changes, and implications for communicators. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/csr.avenir.global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/03\/Padilla.png” alt=”Man speaking at podium for PRSA” title_text=”Padilla” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b980b50c-1ec4-42ca-92e2-5061ee17e081″ background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-65df2117-84a5-4823-b20b-89340936cdbb%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row – T&S and NATIONAL” module_id=”1-7″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_heading title=”TIME & SPACE and NATIONAL Halifax” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a9ddff2f-cd24-47f5-b653-fb0e7fa4caca” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-d430c69f-ba63-4d72-a857-07c4b20a8bfe%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text in 2 Columns” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”6bed29a8-105c-45ce-bd98-21e51d63516e” global_colors_info=”{}”]During Pride Month, Time & Space and NATIONAL Halifax came together to host a Drag Queen Bingo event led by a local drag performer. The session provided an engaging opportunity for colleagues to learn more about drag culture and hear personal stories that highlighted the diversity and resilience of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.<\/p>\n

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\n \n \n \n \n<\/svg>\n\n \n \n \n \n<\/svg>\nWe are committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our Firm, our industry, and society. We work together with all our brands to help educate, empower, and celebrate people across our network. We ensure that […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4810","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nDiversity and Inclusion - AVENIR GLOBAL Corporate Responsibility Report 2025<\/title>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n