Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Voice of Emirates, we are dedicated to fostering a newsroom and an audience experience that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that representing different voices, backgrounds, and perspectives strengthens our journalism and deepens our connection to the communities we serve.
Inclusive Content and Representation
- We strive to ensure our coverage reflects the diversity of the UAE and the global community.
- We avoid stereotypes and ensure respectful representation of all individuals and groups.
- We seek diverse voices and sources in our reporting.
Workforce Diversity
- We aim to build a team that reflects varied cultural, linguistic, and professional backgrounds.
- Recruitment and promotion are based on merit, with equal opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or disability.
Accessibility
- We work to make our content accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities.
- We consider multiple formats, languages, and technologies to reach diverse audiences.
Ongoing Training and Awareness
- We provide training to staff on diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices.
- We encourage open discussions within the newsroom about representation and bias.
Accountability
- We monitor and evaluate our diversity and inclusion practices regularly.
- We welcome feedback from our audience on how we can improve representation in our content and workplace.
For comments or suggestions related to this policy, please contact: voe@ourmediauae.com
