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01.2025
Fabienne Stordiau in DIE ZEIT
Diversity Under Pressure: Why Companies Must Take a Stand Now
The right‑conservative course of President Trump is acting as a brake on diversity and inclusion – targeting programs that support underrepresented groups. What does this mean for the economy? For companies that rely on diverse teams? For organizations committed to responsibility?
In a recent article in DIE ZEIT, diversity expert and economist Jens Schadendorf shares his perspective – and spoke with additional experts, including our CEO Fabienne Stordiau. The core message is clear: diversity is not a nice‑to‑have; it is an economic and societal imperative.
Diversity as Part of Our DNA
Since the founding of Allround Team GmbH in 1999, diversity has been at the heart of who we are – in our team, in our language, in our values. We believe in the power of different perspectives, in inclusive communication, and in a company culture that doesn’t just tolerate people but welcomes them.
While Trump attacks diversity programs and questions structural equality, we remain steadfast. As a long‑time activist, Fabienne is convinced: now is not the time to retreat. Diversity must not be a short‑term trend – it must be a long‑term conviction and a strategic practice.
Business Needs Inclusion
Companies that embrace diversity are demonstrably more innovative, resilient, and successful. They understand their customers better, make more informed decisions, and create work environments where talent can thrive – regardless of background, gender, sexual identity, or physical ability.
Especially in times of political backlash, it is more important than ever to take a stand. Not only internally, but publicly. Not only in mission statements, but through concrete action. Diversity is not a risk – it is our future.
Read. Understand. Act.
Why this topic matters now more than ever, how companies can position themselves, and why setbacks in equality are economically dangerous – all of this is explored in the DIE ZEIT article. With clear voices, solid analysis, and a call to action for everyone who carries responsibility.
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