Press Release: Diamondpick recognised As Top Employer in the 2023 India Workplace Equality Index

Chennai (India), November 24, 2023: Diamondpick is proud to announce its recognition as a Bronze Employer in the fourth annual India Workplace Equality Index (IWEI) Top Employers list for the year 2023. This prestigious award acknowledges organizations that have embarked on the journey to enhance LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, and Trans) inclusion at the workplace by implementing inclusive policies and initiating activities that foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

IWEI is a definitive list that showcases the best employers in India for LGBT+ employees, featuring 120 organizations this year. The index categorizes organizations on the basis of their commitment to creating inclusive workplaces across their operations in India. It also serves as a powerful benchmarking tool, enabling organizations to navigate the challenges of upholding inclusive values and making consistent progress toward LGBT+ equality within their workplaces. 

IWEI is the first of its kind in India, a version of the Stonewall UK Workplace Equality Index, a leading benchmarking tool for LGBT+ inclusion in the workplace. Leanne MacMillan, Director of Global Programmes at STONEWALL said, “Year on year the IWEI shows the growing commitment of employers to LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace. We heartily congratulate the Top Employers and the many people who work daily to build better lives for the LGBTQ+ community!”

This recognition positions Diamondpick as a trailblazer in fostering a workplace environment that supports and promotes LGBT+ inclusion with policies, hiring practices, external communication, etc. demonstrating a long-term and in-depth commitment towards creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

Speaking on being awarded the bronze badge at IWEI 2023, Satish Jeyaraman, CEO, Diamondpick, said  “We are proud to be recognized as a Bronze employer for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the 2023 India Workplace Equality Index. We will continue to strive to build a workplace that is recognized for its commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture. This achievement signifies our dedication to creating an environment where every employee feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe in a future where every workplace is a beacon of equality, and we are honored to be recognized as a leader in this transformative journey.”

Commenting on the win Sriram Rajagopal, Founder, Diamondpick said – “We believe that diversity and inclusion is not just a metric to meet but a wellspring of creativity, innovation, and collective success. Our initiatives focus on ensuring equal opportunities, fair representation, and a workplace where everyone’s voice is heard and valued. As we celebrate this achievement, we acknowledge that our work is far from done. Diamondpick remains committed to continuous improvement, learning, and evolving our strategies to foster a culture of inclusion. For a young organization like ours, this recognition by IWEI will further propel us to strengthen our inclusion policies and initiatives,  push boundaries, and set new standards for diversity and equality in the workplace.”

About Diamondpick

Diamondpick is a modern talent fulfillment company specializing in bringing out the industry’s best talent, to build a next-level workforce in a dynamic and high-technology business environment.  With an extensive understanding of the global talent markets, in-depth knowledge of regional nuances, vast network and disruptive talent fulfillment models, they craft adaptive workforce solutions across talent fulfillment, staffing services, workforce planning, and engineering services along with advisory and consulting services to help future-focused organizations thrive in today’s marketplace.