Disability & Neurodivergence Matters at the European Investment Bank Group (EIBG)
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01 Why are DEI topics in general important to the EIBG and what positive outcomes for the EIBG do you expect to see through your diversity initiatives?
02 Does the bank offer flexible working arrangements?
03 How does the EIBG support employees with disabilities or neurodivergence in their day to day work? What accommodations can be made?
04 What support is there for a parent of a child with special needs? How is life in Luxembourg in this regard?
05 I have a very good relationship with my doctor at home - how easy is it to find a good medical specialist in Luxembourg? What is the health insurance situation?
06 What is the office environment like? Has there been an audit of office spaces to assess their accessibility and inclusivity for neurodivergent employees? If so, which standards were used in the assessment?
07 How does the bank raise awareness of equity and inclusion for disabled and neurodivergent colleagues?
08 What is the recruitment process at the bank and what advice and adaptations would you give to applicants with a disability or neurodivergence? Do you have special programmes for ND individuals?
09 Is support available for the move to Luxembourg? Are there measures in place to accompany new hires with a disability/neurodivergence outside working hours (transport, accommodation, other services)?
10 Conclusion
As the bank of the European Union, we are committed to the EU’s motto “United in Diversity” and strive to put DEI at the heart of who we are and what we do. We believe that fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace makes us a more innovative and effective organisation, helping us achieve our core mission of improving lives and promoting sustainable growth.
Join us live on March 13th, 2025, to interact directly with members of our enAble employee resource group and our HR team, to find out how we value and empower our colleagues who are living with a disability or neurodivergence.
We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we build an inclusive culture of diverse voices that is collaborative, respectful, and kind, where our people feel they belong, and no one is left behind.
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The European Investment Bank (EIB) is one of the biggest multilateral financial institutions in the world and one of the largest providers of climate finance.
As the lending arm of the European Union (EU), we support projects that promote the EU’s objectives, with a focus on accelerating the green transition, boosting technological innovation, bolstering security and defence, and supporting regional cohesion and social infrastructure development.
Our commitment to international development and capital markets integration safeguards Europe’s strong global presence. Our priorities boost growth, prosperity, and technological and social progress, in individual member states, across the whole EU and around the world.
Our people are our greatest asset. Headquartered in Luxembourg, we now number more than 4,000 staff, and aim to reflect the diversity of Europe, in all our teams, in all our locations, and throughout our business.
enAble is the EIB Group employee resource group on disability and neurodiversity. The group aims to create a safe space for disabled or neurodivergent staff and their allies, and for carers – to share experiences, learn from each other and advance disability and neurodiversity inclusion. Through a wide array of activities and events, enAble is playing a key role in making the EIB Group a more welcoming and accessible workplace for all.
The EIB was the first Multilateral Development Bank member of the world’s biggest community for disability business inclusion. The Valuable 500 is a global business collective made up of 500 CEOs/presidents and their organisations to drive system change when it comes to disability inclusion in the workplace.
NiB is a business forum and industry group for organisations to share industry good practice on ND recruitment, retention and empowerment. NiB wants to support businesses in building a better workplace for Neurodivergent employees, access Neurodivergent talent and support Neurodivergent people to navigate independent, fulfilling careers. The aim is to work collaboratively with members to improve conditions for Neurodivergent people in employment.
PurpleSpace, the world’s only networking and professional development hub for disabled employees, network and resource group leaders and allies from all sectors and trades, helps disability networks to support their members and to influence the disability inclusion agenda in their organisations.
The EU Inter-Institutional Network on Disability Advisors is an informal network of D&I disability staff taking the lead on sharing best practices, coordinating, and updating relevant policies and provisions in EU institutions, bodies, and agencies.
