Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has emerged as a top priority across the APAC region, influencing industries and shaping their futures. DEI is not only pivotal for attracting and retaining talent, but also a cornerstone of innovation and business success. Significant strides have been made, particularly in gender equity and increasing female representation in leadership roles. However, there remains a pressing need to further include LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, various religious and aboriginal groups and people from different economic backgrounds.
Within the contingent workers and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) markets, DEI is increasingly seen as a critical priority. Nevertheless, four major challenges hinder its widespread adoption:
Despite these obstacles, DEI presents substantial benefits, especially for early adopters who gain competitive advantages over their counterparts. This report, presented by the DEI leaders at Allegis Global Solutions (AGS), offers a comprehensive overview of active DEI trends and initiatives across the APAC region, focusing on key markets such as India, Australia, Hong Kong SAR and Singapore. It examines the current state of DEI in each location, detailing progress, challenges, initiatives, solutions and achievements of employers. Additionally, the report highlights DEI in the contingent market, along with the challenges and advantages of developing effective hiring and retention strategies.
