TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2021 /CNW/ - RBC ranked #2 in the
global "Top 100 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies" in the 2021
Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Index. The Diversity
& Inclusion index ranks more than 11,000 publicly listed
companies with environmental, social and governance (ESG) data,
based on a composite of metrics collected from publicly available
information sources that define diverse and inclusive
workplaces.
RBC remains focused on making progress to remove barriers and drive
equitable opportunities for everyone
"RBC's diversity and inclusion vision is to be among the most
inclusive and successful companies, putting diversity into action
to help employees, clients and communities thrive" said
Dave McKay, RBC President and CEO.
"We are honoured to be recognized by Refinitiv and proud of the
progress we've made, but we know that the move toward equality and
fundamental change in our society has much further to go. Creating
a future that is inclusive and sustainable for everyone compels us
to focus on the process of change as much as the outcome. That's
why RBC has undertaken action plans to better understand, identify
and address key issues that impact Black, Indigenous and People of
Colour (BIPOC), Women, LGBT+ individuals, Persons with
Disabilities, and any groups or individuals who may be underserved
or underrepresented. As a cornerstone of our values and core to our
Purpose, we will continue to drive forward and speak up for
inclusion."
The Refinitiv D&I Index, launched in 2016, ranks the top 100
publicly traded companies globally with the most diverse and
inclusive workplaces, as measured by 24 separate metrics across
four key pillars: diversity, inclusion, people development and news
and controversies.
"The Refinitiv D&I Index is becoming an established
benchmark to measure progress" said David
Harris, Global Head of Sustainable Finance, London Stock
Exchange Group. "It has impact in the market across both investors
who can identify companies leading on the D&I agenda, and
businesses who are not only committed to workforce diversity but
also to transparency. Our index recognizes the top 100 global most
diverse and inclusive companies and we are proud to acknowledge RBC
for their bold commitments, industry leading performance and
positive social impact, at times when it is so important for
building back a resilient economy and society."
RBC remains focused on making progress to remove barriers and
drive equitable opportunities for everyone. Diversity and inclusion
are fundamental to our purpose of helping clients thrive and
communities prosper, and will continue to be essential to
attracting, retaining and developing talent for the future. By
speaking up for inclusion, coming together and sharing unique
perspectives, we can grow as an organization and as
individuals.
To learn more about RBC's diversity & inclusion priorities,
objectives and commitments, visit. www.rbc.com/diversity.
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with
a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading
performance. Our success comes from the 88,000+ employees who
leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision,
values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and
communities prosper. As Canada's
biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market
capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus
on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our 17
million clients in Canada, the
U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com.
We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives
through donations, community investments and employee volunteer
activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact.
SOURCE RBC