Diversity and Inclusion training at BESIX Group
In June 2025, around 15 colleagues from the HR department of BESIX Group attended a training course on diversity and inclusion, organised by Unia. This training was very important for them, given their ongoing commitment to an inclusive work culture and to a neutral recruitment.
Yannick Van Aelst, Global Expert Sourcing and Recruitment shares about the experience with diversity and inclusion at Besix.
Why did you choose to request a training on diversity and inclusion?
"At BESIX, we are committed to creating a working environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of origin, gender, age, religion or other protected characteristics. We realise that awareness around unconscious prejudice and knowledge of the anti-discrimination law are crucial to achieving this. The training offered us an opportunity to critically review and strengthen our processes, with the aim of creating an even fairer and more transparent recruitment policy."
Why did you choose Unia?
"Unia is a recognised and reliable institution with in-depth expertise in the field of equal opportunities and anti-discrimination. Their approach is both legally based and people-oriented, which fits perfectly with our values. The cooperation was particularly smooth and professional. Unia managed to create a safe learning environment where open dialogue was possible, and where sensitive issues were also discussed."
Which elements of the training did you find most useful?
"The combination of theoretical insights and practical exercises made the session particularly powerful. The concrete real-life examples and role plays were particularly enlightening. In addition, the explanation of the anti-discrimination law gave us a solid legal framework to further optimise our internal processes. The interactive approach and the space for questions and discussion ensured that every participant was actively involved.
We therefore highly recommend this training to other organisations that want to work towards an inclusive work culture and fair recruitment policies. Sincere thanks to Unia for this inspiring and instructive collaboration."
What impression did the process make on Unia?
A training on neutral recruitment depends on the participants’ willingness to reflect critically on their own bias. The recruiters from the BESIX Group were immediately enthusiastic and dared to question their own professional practices. After the session, we shared several recommendations for an even more inclusive recruitment process with the HR manager.
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