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Impact of Entrepreneurship on the Local Economy - November 2025
This workshop is designed to raise awareness among entrepreneurs and companies about the importance of inclusion in the business world. The aim is to demonstrate how diversity and inclusion can not only improve the financial results of companies, but also have a positive impact on society, promoting equal opportunities and contributing to the reduction of inequalities.
Workshop objectives
- Highlighting the economic and social benefits of an inclusive business
- Helping companies develop inclusive practices in recruiting, talent management, and creating a work environment that respects diversity.
- Provide tools to measure the impact of inclusive initiatives on business performance
- Explore how businesses can use their influence to drive social change and reduce inequality
Topics covered:
- Create businesses that stimulate the local economy
- The importance of economic inclusion in regional development
- Partnerships between local businesses and government
- How businesses can contribute to economic sustainability
Target audience:
Entrepreneurs, politicians, local economic players
Workshop Content
Introduction to inclusion and diversity in business
Why is inclusion important for business?
- The direct impact of diversity on organizational performance: innovation, creativity, decision-making
- Current challenges: wage inequality, systemic discrimination, lack of representation
- How inclusion leads to better long-term performance for businesses, particularly in terms of productivity and profitability
The Benefits of a Diverse Workforce
- Increased creativity and innovation
- Amélioration de l’image de l’entreprise et de la fidélité des clients
- Reduced employee turnover and increased employee satisfaction
Strategies to promote inclusion in the company
Inclusive recruitment
- How to Adopt Inclusive Recruiting Practices: Identify Unconscious Bias, Expand Recruitment Channels to Reach Diverse Groups
- The importance of a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunities in recruitment and promotion processes
Employee training and awareness
- The implementation of training programs on inclusion and diversity for managers and employees.
- Awareness of implicit biases and stereotypes, and how to overcome them to foster an inclusive work environment
Promoting a work environment that respects diversity
- How to create an environment where every employee feels respected and valued, regardless of gender, skin color, sexual orientation, or origin
- The role of leaders in creating and maintaining an inclusive culture.
Inclusion as a lever for innovation and competitiveness
Fostering innovation through diversity
- How diversity of perspectives and experiences contributes to innovation.
- Examples of companies that have used inclusion as a lever to improve their products and services.
Creating a culture of inclusive innovation
- Encourage the participation of all employees in the creative process, regardless of their background or hierarchical level.
- How to effectively manage teams across different geographic locations.
- How to use diverse talents to generate innovative ideas and solutions adapted to a global and multicultural market.
Measuring and evaluating the impact of inclusion on the business
Indicators of inclusion
- How to measure inclusion within the company: diversity in teams, employee retention rates, employee satisfaction.
- Tools to assess the progress of inclusive initiatives (internal surveys, diversity audits, analyses of bias in HR practices).
The economic impact of inclusion
- How inclusive practices help improve financial results: increased productivity, reduced recruitment costs, improved customer loyalty.
- The impact of inclusion on the company's brand image and reputation, which can attract new customers and partners.
Corporate social responsibility and social impact
The role of business in reducing inequality
- How businesses can use their influence to address social, economic and racial inequality
- Businesses as drivers of social change: actions in social justice, education, and the promotion of human rights.
Businesses as models of inclusion in society
- The importance of public corporate commitment to social causes and their role in improving the living conditions of disadvantaged communities
- How to involve employees in social and community initiatives to strengthen inclusion at the societal level
Creating an inclusive business in a sustainable way
Sustainable practices for lasting inclusion
- How to integrate inclusion into the company's long-term strategy
- The importance of inclusive governance and transparency in managing diversity and inclusion policies.
Collaborate with organizations and partners to strengthen inclusion
- How to develop partnerships with local organizations, NGOs, and corporate partners to promote broader inclusion
- The importance of participating in diversity and inclusion certification programs to validate the company’s efforts
Developing an effective diversity and inclusion policy
Create and implement a diversity and inclusion policy
- Developing a formal policy that clearly defines specific objectives and actions
- How to involve all levels of the organization in the implementation of this policy.
Ensuring leadership support
- The importance of the role of leaders in promoting diversity and inclusion, and how leaders can inspire engagement at all levels.
Teaching methods
- Interactive conferences: Presentation of key concepts and examples of companies that have implemented successful inclusive policies.
- Group Workshops: Group discussions on practical inclusion strategies and how to adapt them to different types of businesses.
- Case studies: Analyzing companies that have successfully integrated inclusion into their growth strategy and measured the results.
- Coaching and mentoring sessions: Mentoring sessions to help leaders develop inclusive strategies tailored to their businesses
Workshop duration
- 1 full day (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), with breaks for networking and group discussions
- Possibility of organizing follow-up sessions to help implement inclusive policies within companies.
Target audience
- Entrepreneurs etEntrepreneurs and SME managers: Those who wish to adopt an inclusive approach to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of their business. dirigeants de PME : Ceux qui souhaitent adopter une approche inclusive pour renforcer la compétitivité et la pérennité de leur entreprise.
- HR Managers: To develop and implement inclusive recruitment and talent management strategies.
- Organizations and companies interested in social impact: Any company wishing to have a positive impact on society and reduce inequalities.
Speakers
- Diversity and Inclusion Experts: Consultants specializing in implementing inclusive policies
- Entrepreneurs and leaders who have implemented inclusion: Testimonials from companies that have successfully integrated inclusion into their growth strategy.
- Corporate Social Responsibility Specialists: Advice on How to Use Business to Drive Social Change
Workshop location
- Suggested location: Conference room or coworking space, suitable for open discussions and interactive activities
- Virtual Access: Hybrid workshop to allow online participation for those who cannot be present physically.
Post-workshop follow-up
- Ongoing Networking: Create a network for participants to exchange inclusive practices and support each other
- Individual consultations: Coaching sessions to help integrate inclusive practices into businesses
- Webinars and ongoing resources: Additional sessions to delve deeper into specific topics such as managing cross-cultural diversity or setting up a mentoring program for employees from underrepresented groups.
- This workshop will enable companies to integrate inclusive practices into their business models, with a direct impact on their profitability, competitiveness, and social responsibility.