Diversity Weeks 2024 start tomorrow!

The “Diversity Weeks 2024”, which will take place nationwide for the first time from 13 May to 9 June, are an initiative by ALPHA plus in cooperation with numerous companies and organizations in Austria to celebrate and actively promote diversity. The project is part of the new “Diversity Alliance” platform, which consists of a total of 9 initiatives.

Here you will find over 150 events and activities taking place between 13 May and 9 June: https://diversityweeks.at/programm Under the umbrella of “Diversity Weeks 2024”, a colourful mix of cooperation partners are organizing a wide range of events and activities.
These range from intercultural events, workshops and discussions to sports and leisure activities. Nationwide diverse program The program covers the whole of Austria and includes open days, lectures and discussions, intercultural meeting points, workshops, seminars and cultural events such as concerts, theater and film screenings on the topic of diversity. The aim of the initiative is to raise awareness of the importance of diversity and send a positive signal for an open and inclusive society. The event series offers a variety of activities to bring together people from different backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and abilities. The project is supported by the City of Vienna – Integration and Diversity. The main media partner is W24. Christoph Wiederkehr, Executive City Councillor for Education, Youth, Integration and Transparency and Deputy Mayor of the City of Vienna on the “Diversity Weeks”: “How empty would Vienna be without its diversity? Our differences make us strong and unique. Vienna is a cosmopolitan city, proud of its diversity and the values that unite us. We strive to be an inclusive society that honors all who contribute to this goal.”

Here you will find all the events and activities taking place between May 13 and June 9: https://diversityweeks.at/programm Dino Schosche, Managing Director of ALPHA plus and initiator of the Diversity Alliance platform, on the project premiere: “Diversity at the beginning, inclusion at the end. We are delighted to be part of this important journey together with numerous partners who make a valuable contribution every day to bringing us closer to our goal. Whether in business, in administration, in politics or in the media – we should always have this one goal in mind and pursue it together – for a good, shared future.”

Additional information: Vienna Diversity Award A highlight of the “Diversity Weeks” is undoubtedly the first presentation of the “Vienna Diversity Award”. The award is intended to help highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in society and encourage people to take measures to promote diversity and inclusion themselves. The prize is awarded to organizations and individuals who have implemented innovative and sustainable measures to promote diversity and inclusion in Vienna and thus set a positive example. The Vienna Diversity Award will be presented in four categories in 2024: 1. inclusion and accessibility 2. multilingualism 3. equality for women 4. LGBTQIA+ Diversity Weeks & Vienna Diversity Award are supported by: Diversity Weeks 2024 Date: 13 May to 9 June 2024 Organizer: ALPHA plus GmbH Platform Diversity Alliance :www.diversityallianz.atRückfragen: ALPHA plus GmbH office@alphaplus.at DIVERSITY ALLIANCE is a project of ALPHA plus.