Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month

As we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month, it is vital to recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion in engineering and how important this is to drive change and innovation in the sector.

In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, it is more important than ever for everyone to understand the perspectives and experiences of individuals from all walks of life. This is why the Diversity and Inclusion award category has been included once again in this year’s Enginuity Skills Awards.

There are many benefits of diversity and inclusion in engineering. When engineers from diverse backgrounds come together to collaborate on projects, they bring a wealth of unique perspectives and experiences that can lead to new and innovative solutions. This diversity of thought leads to a more well-rounded, inclusive and effective design process, which ultimately benefits the diverse end-users with different needs that the engineering sector serves.

Additionally, when we focus on making our workplaces inclusive for everyone, and removing any barriers for underrepresented groups, our employees are more likely to feel valued, engaged and motivated which in turn has a positive impact across the whole business.

Promoting diversity and inclusion in engineering can help to address the current lack of representation of LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM careers. This is important not only for creating a more inclusive work environment, but also for ensuring that the engineering solutions developed reflect the needs and perspectives of everyone.

Despite these benefits to inclusion and some engineering organisations doing some really great things to create an inclusive workplace, there is still work to be done to create a truly inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals across the engineering sector.

This is why we’re talking about inclusion as part of LGBTQ+ history month, as a reminder that we all play a part through everything we do, whether that’s promoting awareness and improving our understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, implementing policies and practices that drive diversity and inclusion or creating a supportive workplace culture that values and celebrates differences.

The Enginuity Skills Awards 2023 Diversity and Inclusion award category provides a valuable opportunity for organisations and individuals to be recognised for their efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion in the engineering field. This recognition can serve as motivation and inspiration for others to follow suit, and to continue to strive towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society.

Although we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month, it is crucial to remember the importance of diversity and inclusion in engineering all year round and commit to taking meaningful action to support and empower LGBTQ+ individuals in the sector.

We look forward to seeing many inspiring and impactful submissions for The Enginuity Skills Awards 2023 Diversity and Inclusion award category.

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