The "Belonging Awards" is an initiative launched by China's leading employer branding research institution, the Employer Branding Institute. It aims to identify and recognize outstanding enterprises that truly place "belonging" at their core—companies dedicated to creating a workplace where every employee feels respected, valued, and supported, and where they can fully realize their potential. The awards also honor visionary organizations that build an inclusive environment where every employee experiences a true sense of belonging through forward-thinking strategies and best practices. The launch of the "Belonging Awards" marks a new understanding of workplace values—it goes beyond simply acknowledging individual differences; it is about fostering an environment where every member can genuinely integrate, contribute, and thrive. This is not just an accolade but also a guide to action for organizations striving for a higher level of development. • Identify, recognize, and celebrate pioneering enterprises in China that excel in fostering a strong sense of belonging among employees.
• Share innovative practices and successful experiences of award-winning companies, setting industry benchmarks for reference.
• Advocate for greater awareness of the importance of "belonging" in the workplace, driving corporate culture toward a more people-centered approach.
• Establish a high-level platform for dialogue and collaboration, facilitating cooperation and mutual success among enterprises in building a culture of belonging.

Eight Major Advantages

COMPLIANCE DISCLOSURE
Benchmark against the latest global regulatory requirements to swiftly complete DEIB data self-assessment and disclosure.
By submitting the required data for the application, companies can meet the disclosure requirements related to diversity and inclusion indicators imposed by major global economies and relevant regulatory bodies, thereby reducing compliance burdens. Additionally, winning the award serves as strong evidence of corporate social responsibility and provides authoritative endorsement for ESG reports. BENCHMARK COMPARISON
Gain industry-leading insights and accurately position your organization.
The Employer Branding Institute will offer detailed data analysis services, gener ating a bespoke 2025 Employer DEIB Advanced Report (covering multiple dimensions such as workforce diversity, equitable policies, inclusive initiatives, and belonging assessments). Companies can use this report to compare their performance against domestic and international industry benchmarks across various dimensions (national, industry, regional), identify strengths and gaps, and clarify improvement directions. VALIDATION ENDORSEMENT
Enhance data credibility and obtain authoritative certification.
Regulatory frameworks in major global economies (such as the EU and US CSRD) now incorporate independent third-party verification mechanisms, requiring companies to validate their disclosed sustainability data. By partici pating in and winning the “Belonging Awards”, a company effectively under goes a rigorous, professional DEIB evaluation and secures independent third-party validation—thereby boosting the reliability and credibility of its reports to investors and regulators. RESPONDING TO HEADQUARTERS REQUIREMENTS
Meet reporting requirements from multinational headquarters.
The custom report and evaluation results provided by EBI compile comprehen sive DEIB data at a standard that exceeds current Western regulatory require ments. For multinational enterprises, this report can directly address global headquarters’ information needs regarding regional diversity and inclusion efforts, helping headquarters fully understand the DEIB progress in China and demonstrating the high level of professional management in the region. REGIONAL REPORTING
Efficiently complete the local annual DEIB report.
Many companies affected by regulations such as CSRD must disclose both global and region-specific data. By participating and obtaining detailed data analysis, companies can quickly complete their annual DEIB report for the China region. This report not only meets international standards but is also tailored to local realities, making it ideal for headquarters reporting or public release within China—thereby saving significant time and manpower. SUPPLIER ACCESS
Enhance customer collaboration advantages and meet the diversity requirements of major clients.
An increasing number of global clients now use suppliers’ DEI performance as one of their access criteria. For instance, Apple’s Supplier Code of Conduct clearly requires suppliers to meet standards in human rights and inclusion; simi larly, auto parts giant Yanfeng uses a supplier scorecard annually to assess suppliers’ investments in diversity and inclusion. By systematically advancing DEIB and gaining recognition from the “Belonging Awards”, companies can enhance their credibility with major clients, better meet procurement compli ance requirements, and gain a competitive edge in winning business opportuni ties. ABUNDANT RESOURCES
Gain free access to professional insights and learning support.
Every company that applies will automatically receive a complimentary account for the “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Hyper-Analysis and Learning System,” which offers a wealth of DEIB resources. ● Dynamics and Insights:
Real-time DEIB news and in-depth analysis articles. ● Benchmark -Dashboard：
Powerful DEIB Benchmarking Intelligent Dashboard, providing real-time analysis of enterprise data in China, categorized by nation-wide, industry, country, and type of enterprise. ● E-books, Literature, and Reports:
DEIB-related research reports, e-books, documents, papers, and more. ● Video Learning:
A vast collection of DEIB-related learning videos and animations. ● Events:
DEIB-themed online and offline forums and seminars, covering cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. ● Case Library:
Dozens of best practice cases from outstanding DEIB enterprises in the Chinese market. ● Awards:
Introductions to annual awards in the DEIB field. ● Regulation Library:
A collection of relevant laws and regulations globally (United Nations and major economies, main stock exchanges). ● Ultra Agent:
An AI expert on DEIB topics, built based on the currently leading large models globally, with an extensive knowledge base, superior learning capabilities, and top-level intelligence comparable to human experts. These resources will help companies continuously learn the latest concepts, adopt best practices, and accelerate internal capacity building. BRAND REPUTATION
Enhance your employer brand and attract diverse talent.
Winning the Belonging Awards will significantly boost a company’s reputation in the talent market and public opinion, demonstrating its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and employee care. Award-winning companies can lever age the honor in their employer branding efforts, deepening job seekers’ and employees’ identification with the company culture. This not only helps attract more outstanding talent from diverse backgrounds—improving recruitment competitiveness—but also enhances the pride and loyalty of current employ ees, creating a positive word-of-mouth effect. In the long term, a strong employer brand will convert into commercial goodwill, earning greater public trust and market esteem.

Application Deadline

2025/03/21-2025/06/30

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