As we approach 2025, the Human Resources sector is undergoing a profound transformation, where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) emerge as fundamental elements to guide the context of constant change and acceleration that companies face. For companies like Nhood, with a strong commitment to Planet, People, and Profit, DEI represents a unique opportunity to foster engagement, belonging, and purpose among employees, as well as to drive innovation and inclusion.

In the context of Nhood, DEI is not just a matter of goals or quotas, but a strategic pillar. With the launch of the DEI Policy in 2023, a 3-year roadmap, and specific KPIs to measure the impact of its initiatives, Nhood aims to promote a culture where everyone feels valued, involved, and empowered to recognize, accept, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion as factors of prosperity, social justice, and ethical conduct. We believe that diversity only reaches its true potential when allied with equity, ensuring that everyone has equal growth opportunities, and with inclusion, which promotes collaboration and respect for all voices. Employees who feel included and respected have higher levels of commitment, which strengthens their connection to the company, increases productivity, and reduces turnover.

We advocate that diverse teams are more creative and innovative, especially when inclusion is at the heart of their culture. For Nhood, which operates in the renewal of urban spaces, these different perspectives are crucial to finding effective solutions to social and environmental challenges.

By 2025, DEI will consolidate as a central priority in Human Resources. Companies that can align their management policies with an inclusive approach will be better prepared for future challenges. The use of technological tools for data collection and analysis will allow organizations to identify inequalities, monitor progress, and make better decisions, ensuring a more equitable and effective work environment, with an impact on talent retention.

Moreover, preparing and training team leaders for the crucial role they play in promoting a culture that values DEI is essential, as they are the ones who interact with teams daily and thus facilitate change, ensuring that all employees feel identified, respected, and contributing to common goals.

In an increasingly interconnected future, diversity, equity, and inclusion will continue to be the pillars of organizational success, enabling companies and their employees to face future challenges with confidence and resilience.

By Tânia Paredes, People & Culture Manager