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Happy #Juneteenth! Today, at Elsevier, we join the nation in commemorating Juneteenth, a momentous day in American history that represents the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and the triumph of freedom over oppression. We stand united in honouring this occasion and reaffirming our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable society. Juneteenth holds deep meaning for all of us, reminding us of the indomitable spirit and resilience of those who fought tirelessly for justice and equality. It serves as a poignant reminder of our progress and the work that still lies ahead in our ongoing pursuit of a truly equitable world. We are proud to support our Black & African American employees and continue to work to create an even more inclusive culture across Elsevier. We are dedicated to building an inclusive culture that empowers everyone to thrive. As we celebrate progress, we also acknowledge the important work that lies ahead. As an organization, we recognize that fostering a culture of inclusivity is not only the right thing to do but is also vital to our success. We believe that diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences fuel innovation, creativity, and collaboration, making us stronger as a team and better equipped to serve our communities. Today, we recommit ourselves to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We are delighted to announce that in a global list of 100 top CEOs for large organizations, our CEO, Kumsal Bayazit, has emerged as a true powerhouse, clinching the coveted title of the #2 Best CEO for Women in the 2023 Comparably Awards. Kumsal was also 9th on the list of Best CEOs for Diversity, while Elsevier’s senior leadership ranked 11th among Best Leadership Teams. This distinguished rankings showcase the top-rated companies as determined by employee sentiment ratings using comprehensive data spanning nearly 20 distinct workplace categories, such as gender, ethnicity, age, experience, title, industry, location and education. The reviews for Best CEOs for Women were provided by female employees who evaluated their CEOs anonymously on Comparably’s platform over the past 12 months. For the Best CEOs for Diversity, the reviews by all employees in the system were analyzed. The final data set — a culmination of an impressive 15 million ratings spanning 70,000 companies — represents the collective voice of a diverse global workforce from companies large and small. Join us to celebrate and congratulate our CEO, Kumsal Bayazit, and our leadership team.
We are thrilled to announce that Elsevier has been crowned the Inside Out Awards 2023 winner for UK Large Employer of the Year (NFC)! 🏆 This prestigious accolade recognizes our unwavering commitment to mental health and wellbeing, as we have implemented a ground-breaking program focused on recovery and preventative solutions. The Judges' comments truly resonate with our vision: "The impact of MindLife from a business perspective has been remarkable - a great example of illustrating that investing in wellbeing is good for people as well as the business." So, why did Elsevier emerge as the well-deserved winner? Our success lies in our holistic approach to employee support, ensuring that no one is left behind. We consider well-being as a 'whole brand' concern, fostering a culture of care and resilience throughout our organization. Furthermore, we are committed to measuring the emotions and safety of our team members, providing valuable insights that inform the strategic development of MindLife at Elsevier. More information: https://www.insideoutawards.xyz/winners-2
We all want a world where patients get the treatment they need when they need it. Elsevier's ClinicalPath helps oncologists analyze data, make evidence-based decisions, and maximize their resources. It’s just one example of clever thinking that benefits every patient. Join our technologists, analysts, scientists, and clinicians, to create content that helps save lives. We are a diverse and purpose-led community of professionals with a passion for health, science, and education. Together we create possibilities. Join our health team: https://beta.elsevier.com/about/careers/healthcare
Elsevier won four major Comparably Awards in the first quarter of 2023. Comparably, the global workplace culture and compensation monitoring site named Elsevier as one of the Top 10 companies for Best Global Culture 2023, Best Places to Work in New York, Best Product and Design Team, and Top Best Company Outlook. Join us: https://beta.elsevier.com/about/careers
Being a working parent is never easy. At Elsevier, flexible hours and purposeful work help me thrive. - Melody Smith-Lopez For many single parents, balancing the responsibilities of work and family can be a difficult task. Days are fast-paced and complex with school drop off, pick up, afterschool events and sports. Finding a job that offers the flexibility and support needed to manage both can feel like an uphill battle. I’m grateful my job provides the flexibility to keep up with the busy routine.
Inclusion is important to our future. By actively involving, educating, and empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we can drive genuine innovation that benefits our global customers. We are fully committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, fair and equitable, and where all employees are respected, valued and have equal opportunities. A key part of our inclusion and diversity (I&D) strategy is to encourage people of any sexual orientation or gender identity to be able to be themselves at work. Our businesses and people are doing great work to foster a culture of inclusion, safety and respect through our Pride, PROUD, sexual orientation and gender identity Employee Resource Groups and events like PROUD Experiences.
Last month, Ylann Schemm, Executive Director of the Elsevier Foundation joined our partners, The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), in their headquarters in Trieste, Italy, for an inspiring workshop for our recently awarded gender equity and climate action project grants winners. Join us to do purposeful work, to grow every day, and to work among colleagues who care. https://beta.elsevier.com/about/careers
Ten years ago Shiv Gaglani left medical school at Johns Hopkins to pursue a question he had become obsessed with: Could you get an MD online? It was the riskiest decision he had ever made and one that not only worried his parents but gave him palpitations too. "The vision was to make medical education more efficient and enjoyable by incorporating evidence-based techniques such as flipped classroom and test-enhanced learning; delightful user experiences and machine learning-enabled personalized recommendations pioneered by companies like Facebook and Netflix; and novel content formats such as short videos given how rapidly the world was becoming more visual and digital." - Shiv Gaglani, CEO of Osmosis.org from Elsevier. Read more: https://www.forbes.com/sites/shivgaglani/2023/05/24/why-im-going-back-to-medical-school/?sh=62a16f6b351d
At Elsevier, we are proud to recognize the incredible power and beauty of cultural diversity. On World Day for Cultural Diversity, we stand proud as a global team that embraces the richness of different backgrounds, perspectives, and traditions. In our diverse workforce, we find strength, innovation, and endless possibilities. By fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, we empower our employees to reach new heights and drive our company's success. Cultural diversity sparks creativity and opens doors to fresh ideas and solutions. It allows us to tap into a vast pool of talent and harness the collective brilliance of individuals from various walks of life. Together, we create a harmonious blend that fuels our progress and enhances our ability to serve our clients and communities. Let us use this World Day as a reminder that cultural diversity is not only a strength but also a shared responsibility. By promoting understanding, empathy, and inclusivity, we pave the way for a brighter future.
