An important aspect of the association’s Terms of Ethics is our focus on DEI.
DEI stands for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Diversity is the presence of differences within a given setting. Equity is the process of ensuring that processes and programs are impartial, fair and provide equal possible outcomes for every individual. Inclusion is the practice of ensuring that people feel a sense of belonging in the workplace.
beam uses ‘Equity’ within its ethical policy as equity refers to fair and just practices and policies that ensure all can thrive according to their individual needs and requirements. Equity differs from equality in that equality implies treating everyone as if their experiences are exactly the same.
Read more on our approach to DEI by clicking through these questions which were posed to us recently: