Our DEI team has successfully wrapped up our fourth annual Pride Month Food & Toiletry Drive! Team members gathered essential items for donation to local organizations near our main offices, highlighting ShopCore’s unwavering dedication to community support and inclusivity.
At ShopCore, we are passionately committed to nurturing inclusive internal practices and fostering a welcoming culture. This ongoing commitment underscores our deep devotion to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and celebrating diversity every day. We sincerely thank everyone who contributed to this initiative.
LAUREN GREULICH | LEASING ASSOCIATE
What does it mean to be a good ally?
Being a good ally to the LGBTQIA+ community involves educating yourself about LGBTQIA+ issues, using inclusive language, challenging discrimination, and supporting LGBTQIA+ rights and organizations. It also requires creating safe spaces, amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices, reflecting on personal biases, and being open to feedback.
How can companies foster inclusive environments for LGBTQIA+ employees?
Companies can foster inclusive environments for LGBTQIA+ employees by implementing comprehensive non-discrimination policies, providing diversity and inclusion training, and establishing employee resource groups. Additionally, they should ensure equitable benefits, create safe channels for reporting discrimination, and visibly support LGBTQIA+ causes and events.
LATARAINI CARTER-BUSCH | SENIOR REGIONAL PROPERTY MANAGER
How important is the role of inclusion and equity groups within organizations?
The role of inclusion and equity groups is vital to an organization’s culture. The groups create a sense of belonging for all individuals to be their authentic selves in the workplace while providing a dynamic of innovation and collaborative strategies.
JUSTIN CESARIO | VICE PRESIDENT, ASSET MANAGEMENT
How can companies incorporate DEI best practices into business operations?
At ShopCore, inclusivity is integral to our culture and core to our values. ShopCore’s approach to inclusivity translates into how we operate by encouraging fearless creativity and supporting diverse perspectives. This helps drive value creation across our portfolio and allows us to continually improve our operations as an organization. It’s motivating to be part of an organization that successfully harnesses the power of what makes us different as individuals.
TYLER SHAW | PEOPLE & CULTURE BUSINESS PARTNER, SHOPCORE
What is a highlight of our benefits?
ShopCore offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster a workplace of inclusion and equity for all employees. Our extensive range of opportunities and resources caters to individual needs and preferences, including work-life balance management, employee discounts, continuing education programs, and Parental Leave for all parents, regardless of gender, for the birth or placement of a child.