A diverse workplace, which ensures equal opportunities for everyone, enhances the overall success of a company. With this in mind, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee seeks to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equal workforce in order to contribute to the success of the telecoms industry. The Committee believes it is our responsibility to attract, develop and retain the most exceptional professionals in the fibre industry by educating and challenging perceptions, leveraging progressive leaders, and sharing best practices.

The committee promotes gender, ethnic, ability & generational diversity, and inclusion by the dissemination of best practices within the industry as a sustainable asset for the future, and by embracing equality and encouraging progress in the industry. Additionally, it actively supports equality and fosters advancement in the industry. The ambition of the committee is to provide a network for professionals of all roles and levels within our industry to access networking and development opportunities, while celebrating successes at an individual and corporate level.

The committee plans to run workshops, surveys, and outreach activities to advocate for best practices in the arena of talent development and recruitment. Moreover, it will qualify the landscape of women in fibre in Europe and seek to demonstrate the link between a diverse workplace and business success. The DE&I Committee will also take action on facilitating new and unique opportunities for networking to empower women in establishing connections and interactions with their peers, both male and female.

In this context, the committee recently launched a groundbreaking video campaign titled "Women in Fibre", designed to celebrate and empower women working in the fibre industry. This campaign not only showcases the remarkable achievements, skills, and contributions of these women, but also aims to promote gender equality and inspire the next generation of female professionals in the field.

The DE&I committee welcomes all members to join us in the common purpose of diversity, equity, and inclusion for all in our industry. Please contact the FTTH Council Europe to propose a delegate for the committee. In order to empower the aim of the DE&I Committee, we require the collaboration of a diverse range of members. So, in our committee, we invite everyone to actively contribute towards advancing our aim of cultivating a diverse and equitable fibre industry. Click here and join us!

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DEI Committee Advances ESG Collaboration and Prepares for FTTH Conference 2026

Jan 23, 2026
Committee News | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee |

During the autumn period, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee collaborated closely with the Sustainability and Investors Committees to carry out an in-depth analysis of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) key performance indicators within the FTTH industry. This joint effort aimed to better understand how ESG metrics are currently measured and applied across the sector.

The outcomes of this collaborative work were presented to members during the November General Assembly, providing valuable insights into the current state of ESG performance and highlighting opportunities for further progress, particularly in the social dimension of sustainability.

As the new year begins, the DEI Committee is now focusing its efforts on preparations for the FTTH Conference 2026 in London. The Committee is reaffirming the central role of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving industry success, with a specific emphasis on strengthening the “Social” impact of ESG frameworks. This work will support the industry’s ongoing commitment to responsible growth, inclusive practices and long-term value creation.

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