Diversity as a secret of success: Sonnentor promotes team spirit and inclusion!

Diversity as a secret of success: Sonnentor promotes team spirit and inclusion!

Wien, Österreich - The promotion of diversity and inclusion has taken central importance in the modern world of work. Acceptance and openness as basic elements for a harmonious coexistence are not only social values, but also crucial for a healthy work environment. This is particularly clear using the example of Sonnentor, a company that supports more than 1,000 organic growing partners: on the inside and implemented a variety of measures to strengthen an integrative working atmosphere, as [ots.at] (https://www.ots.at/presseaus-sung/ots_20250611_ots0063/wer- Saet- harvested-team spirit).

Sonnentor relies on equal opportunities and social justice and emphasizes the importance of inclusion for corporate culture. Over 70% of employees are women and 55% of the management positions are also female. Topics such as women's health are openly discussed and there are offers such as free period products and cycle workshops. The company has also developed a gender guide for appreciative communication and supports 17 employees with special needs.

variety as a success factor

Diversity is not only recognized by Sonnentor, but also described as a secret of success. The age difference of up to 58 years among employees is seen as an advantage that promotes intergenerational exchange and team spirit. A company that has an international workforce from a dozen nations benefits from different perspectives. The flat hierarchies and the DU culture reflect appreciation and respectful coexistence, which contributes to a positive working atmosphere.

The term diversity is derived from the Latin "Diversitas" and describes the appreciation of different properties in humans. Inclusion focuses on the participation of all employees, regardless of their position or function. These approaches are necessary to overcome existing social and structural hurdles, which is underlined by the [psi] (https://www.psi.ch/de/chlebensa- Inclusion-Inclusion equality). Employers are required to recognize and promote the uniqueness of their employees, while at the same time power relationships have to be critically questioned.

Current challenges and best practice

The world of work has changed significantly through globalization, demographic development and digitization. Diversity not only includes gender and age, but also health impairments, origin and religious affiliations. Younger workers: Inside, an inclusive corporate culture that also affects employer choice is increasingly being expected. A PWC survey shows that 60 % of Austrians: Inside, diversity in the workplace is important, but 62 % of companies in Austria have not yet implemented any measures on diversity and inclusion, such as [Secure work.at] (https://www.sicherbebeit.at/ungs-6-6-2024/diversitaet-und-am-an- workplace) reported.

Various workforce require individual offers for health promotion and prevention. Old and new challenges must be addressed to reduce prejudices and avoid disadvantages. A fundamental part of diversity management is to recognize the specific needs of all employees and take appropriate measures. The event "Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at work" of the AUVA, which took place on June 19, 2024 in Vienna, highlights these topics and offers a platform for the exchange of best practice.

Overall, it can be seen that the values ​​of diversity and inclusion in the corporate world are not only a moral responsibility, but are also decisive for economic success and employee satisfaction.