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Il position paper #BeyondBias ora disponibile in italiano: strumenti pratici per superare i pregiudizi inconsci sul posto di lavoro

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Il documento “Pregiudizi inconsci sul posto di lavoro: consigli pratici per i manager“ di CEC European Managers, frutto di due anni di ricerca nell’ambito del progetto Beyond Unconscious Bias (Beyunbi) finanziato dall’Unione Europea, è ora disponibile anche in lingua italiana. Questo position paper offre strategie concrete per aiutare i leader aziendali a riconoscere e contrastare […]

Women on Board 2025 lands in Brussels: CEC European Managers hosts the event for inclusive leadership

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CEC European Managers hosted the seventh stage of the Women on Board 2025 project, an initiative aimed at promoting greater inclusion of women on the boards of public and private companies. The event, which brought together 1,500 participants both in person and online, served as a key moment for discussions on European policies related to […]

Women on Board 2025 sbarca a Bruxelles: CEC European Managers ospita l’evento per una leadership inclusiva

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CEC European Managers ha ospitato la settima tappa del progetto Women on Board 2025, un’iniziativa volta a promuovere una maggiore inclusione delle donne nei consigli di amministrazione di imprese pubbliche e private. L’evento, che ha visto la partecipazione di 1500 personne in presenza e online, ha rappresentato un momento chiave per il dibattito sulle politiche europee […]

CEC European Managers Engages in High-Level Talks at the Council of the European Union

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On Monday, March 17, 2025, CEC European Managers met with Mari Linnapuomi, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries, Social Affairs, and Health within the Employment and Social Policy Directorate-General (LIFE.4) at the Council of the European Union Maxime Legrand, President of CEC European Managers; Silvia Pugi, Deputy Secretary General; Olga Molina, Director; and Pere Vilanova, Communication Officer, represented […]

Position Paper: 20 Recommendations to Managers to Lead Beyond Unconscious Bias

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“Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Practical Advice for Managers” provides actionable insights and strategies to help leaders address unconscious biases undermining organisational inclusivity and equity. Download position paper here [+]   Based on two years of research and training conducted under the European Union’s Beyond Unconscious Bias (Beyunbi) project, the position paper emphasizes managers’ critical role in combating hidden prejudices and fostering more inclusive workplaces. Through […]

Avoid diversity metrics; ensure minority employees are included and empowered – #BeyondBias 4/20

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Diversity metrics have long been used as a benchmark for progress in the ongoing journey toward workplace equality. However, while data-driven insights can highlight disparities, they are not a substitute for genuine inclusion. That’s why CEC European Managers, through its #BeyondBias campaign, emphasizes a fundamental shift in perspective: Avoid diversity metrics; ensure minority employees are […]

Strengthening Social Dialogue: EU Commission Unveils Pact and Names Special Envoy

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The European Commission and recognized cross-industry social partners signed the Pact for European Social Dialogue on March 5, 2025. The agreement, negotiated with the participation of CEC European Managers alongside Eurocadres, ETUC, SMEUnited, SGI Europe, and BusinessEurope, sets a long-term framework to reinforce the role of social dialogue in shaping labour market policies, employment conditions, […]

A Blueprint for Inclusive Leadership and Management

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Gender Equality is a fundamental right and a key driver of economic competitiveness, democracy, and social fairness. With that in mind, the European Commission has unveiled its latest communication to the European Parliament and the Council: A Roadmap for Women’s Rights. This communication aligns with the broader Union of Equality strategy. It contains the basis for […]

#BeyondBias – Creating Safe Spaces

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In today’s workplace, ensuring employees have a safe space to express their feelings and share their experiences—especially concerning discrimination and bias—is an ethical necessity and a crucial step toward fostering inclusion and mental well-being. As leaders and managers, we can create these safe places. However, a long-standing misconception persists among many managers: that discussing discrimination […]

“Competitiveness and Social Rights are two sides of the same coin”

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“With one in three 15-year-olds struggling in basic mathematics, only half of EU adults equipped with basic digital skills, and less than 40% engaging in training, how can Europe sustain its digital and green transitions while staying globally competitive?” asks the European Commission. The 2025 edition of the European Employment and Social Affairs Forum, themed […]