Keywords: Belgium, initiative, discrimination, national broadcaster, project, diversity policy, diversity charter, staff training
The Diversity Unit within VRT (the national Flemish broadcaster in Belgium) implements the actions outlined in VRT’s Diversity Policy and Charter. The Unit looks at a wide range of diversity issues, particularly those faced by ethnic minorities and people with disabilities. Affirmative action towards minority groups is part of the daily work of the Diversity Unit. This action includes a training programme for existing VRT staff on “How to deal with Diversity”. The training programme is part of the corporate training schedule, which new staff are expected to participate in. The training includes workshops on how to confront stereotypes, how to communicate with diverse communities, teams or staff members, and how to see the value of the differences and similarities people share. Specific sessions are also available on topics such as the portrayal of diversity on the small screen and how to cover ethnic diversity appropriately.
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