{"id":28911,"date":"2025-02-21T10:46:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T09:46:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.easy-lift.com\/edi-at-easy-lift-building-an-inclusive-and-equitable-workplace\/"},"modified":"2025-02-21T10:46:52","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T09:46:52","slug":"edi-at-easy-lift-building-an-inclusive-and-equitable-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/easy-lift.com\/en\/news-en\/press-media-en\/edi-at-easy-lift-building-an-inclusive-and-equitable-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"EDI at Easy Lift: Building an Inclusive and Equitable Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-20501\" class=\"panel-layout\">\n<div id=\"pg-20501-0\" class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" data-style=\"{\"background_image_attachment\":false,\"background_display\":\"tile\",\"background_image_size\":\"full\",\"background_image_opacity\":\"100\",\"border_thickness\":\"1px\",\"full_height\":\"\",\"cell_alignment\":\"flex-start\",\"disable_row\":\"\",\"disable_desktop\":\"\",\"disable_tablet\":\"\",\"disable_mobile\":\"\",\"disable_logged_out\":\"\",\"disable_logged_in\":\"\",\"animation_event\":\"enter\",\"animation_screen_offset\":\"0\",\"animation_duration\":\"1\",\"animation_repeat\":\"\",\"animation_hide\":true,\"animation_disable_mobile\":\"\",\"animation_state_end\":\"visible\",\"animation_delay\":\"0\",\"animation_debounce\":\"0.1\"}\">\n<div id=\"pgc-20501-0-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" data-weight=\"1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"pg-20501-1\" class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\">\n<div id=\"pgc-20501-1-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" data-weight=\"1\">\n<div id=\"panel-20501-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-headline panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" data-style=\"{\"background_image_attachment\":false,\"background_display\":\"tile\",\"background_image_size\":\"full\",\"background_image_opacity\":\"100\",\"border_thickness\":\"1px\",\"so_cpt_readonly\":\"\",\"disable_widget\":\"\",\"disable_desktop\":\"\",\"disable_tablet\":\"\",\"disable_mobile\":\"\",\"disable_logged_out\":\"\",\"disable_logged_in\":\"\",\"animation_event\":\"enter\",\"animation_screen_offset\":\"0\",\"animation_duration\":\"1\",\"animation_repeat\":\"\",\"animation_hide\":true,\"animation_disable_mobile\":\"\",\"animation_state_end\":\"visible\",\"animation_delay\":\"0\",\"animation_debounce\":\"0.1\"}\">At Easy Lift, a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just an ethical choice, but a real driver for innovation and collaboration.<\/div>\n<div id=\"panel-20501-1-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor\" data-index=\"1\" data-style=\"{\"background_image_attachment\":false,\"background_display\":\"tile\",\"background_image_size\":\"full\",\"background_image_opacity\":\"100\",\"border_thickness\":\"1px\",\"so_cpt_readonly\":\"\",\"disable_widget\":\"\",\"disable_desktop\":\"\",\"disable_tablet\":\"\",\"disable_mobile\":\"\",\"disable_logged_out\":\"\",\"disable_logged_in\":\"\",\"animation_event\":\"enter\",\"animation_screen_offset\":\"0\",\"animation_duration\":\"1\",\"animation_repeat\":\"\",\"animation_hide\":true,\"animation_disable_mobile\":\"\",\"animation_state_end\":\"visible\",\"animation_delay\":\"0\",\"animation_debounce\":\"0.1\"}\">\n<div class=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\">\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) are at the core of our company culture, shaping our policies, our team, and the way we work together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<h3>A Workplace for Everyone<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team includes professionals from different backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. We are proud to have colleagues from the Dominican Republic, Tunisia, Morocco, and Senegal, as well as employees of different faiths, including Catholics, Muslims, and Jehovah\u2019s Witnesses. This multicultural environment fosters a rich exchange of perspectives, making problem-solving more dynamic and collaboration more effective.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure equal opportunities for all,<\/span> <b>we have implemented transparent hiring processes<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that focus solely on skills and qualifications. The introduction of <\/span> <b>anonymized resumes<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">during the initial screening phase helps eliminate unconscious bias, and our hiring managers receive training on inclusive recruitment strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<h3>Supporting Employees<\/h3>\n<p><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recognize that work-life balance is crucial for well-being and productivity. That\u2019s why we have introduced  <\/span><b>flexible working hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and, for specific roles, the option of remote work\u2014especially appreciated by working mothers. Additionally, we offer kindergarten fee support  <\/span>as part of our <b>corporate welfare<\/b> initiatives<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<h3>Respecting Traditions<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Easy Lift, inclusion means respecting individual needs and traditions. For example, during Ramadan, our Muslim employees are free to adjust their working hours or take time off based on their personal well-being.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, we believe in the power of shared moments.  <\/span><b>Our Christmas Lottery,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">organized annually by our Sales Director Manuela, has become a company tradition, turning supplier gifts into a way to thank our team for their hard work. We also come together for  <\/span><b>team lunches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span> <b>company dinners<\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and even a<\/span> <b>Christmas football match<\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fostering connections beyond work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<h3>Commitment to Continuous Improvement<\/h3>\n<p><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This year, <\/span>we launched our first <b>EDI training session<\/b>,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">led by an external coach specializing in diversity and inclusion. This is just the beginning\u2014we plan to continue these sessions in the future to keep building awareness and fostering open conversations among team members. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally<\/span>, every year we conduct an <b>anonymous employee survey<\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">followed <\/span>by <b>one-on-one discussions<\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to gather feedback, understand career aspirations, and identify areas for improvement<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<h3>A Journey Towards Greater Inclusion<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EDI is not just about policies \u2014 it\u2019s about people. Over the years, we have seen real progress: when Easy Lift was founded in 2005, it was an all-male workplace. Today, women play key roles within our company, including our  <\/span><b>Head of Purchasing<\/b>, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">who started as a receptionist and grew into a leadership position thanks to her skills and dedication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We remain committed to<\/span> <b>ensuring equal opportunities for all<\/b>,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condemning any form of discrimination \u2014 be it cultural, gender-based, or related to sexual orientation. 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