In 2024 we reframed our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives as “Inclusion, Engagement and Diversity”, putting inclusion at the heart of all we do to engage and retain the best people. This helps nurture a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect, and recognition for their unique contributions.
We deliver our commitment to IE&D across four key pillars:
- Internal Change: ensuring that we are representative of the diverse society we live in and that our culture is inclusive and provides equal opportunities for all.
- Education: creating a culture of learning about differences and understanding the issues that many groups face in society and the workplace.
- Celebrating Differences: we’re guided by our belief that differences should be celebrated, and that diversity is a strength. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and reaffirm our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone can live authentically and without fear of discrimination.
- External Change: where possible, ensuring all Hostelworld’s externally focused activities reflect the diverse society we live and operate in.
Our unique and inclusive culture has been recognised with a silver accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity, an accolade which we are very proud of and one which speaks to Hostelworld’s culture.
