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‘This is us. This is me.’ is an employee led initiative which has had an immensely positive impact across our organisation, encouraging open and honest discussions about the importance of authenticity in the workplace.

Zurich prides itself on its commitment to making a difference in the local communities in which we operate, and through our charity partnership with Down Syndrome Ireland, we aim to support them in the vital work they do. 

Donegal based Liquid Therapy recently featured in local and national media about the great work they continue to do, as one of the 10 Irish non-profits awarded funding from the €3 million HeadStart fund.  

Zurich’s partnership with Pride Dublin began in 2021 and since then each year together we have celebrated diversity, freedom and respect during Pride Month. We take a look back over events that have taken place and see what’s in store for this year.

In conjunction with the African Professional Network of Ireland (APNI), Zurich marks Africa Day on 25th May with employee workshops and a podcast highlighting the importance of celebrating culture and diversity. 

On 22nd April, representatives from Zurich in Ireland joined over 1,000 attendees at Ireland’s largest summit for women business leaders at the Executive Women’s Gathering 2024, which took place for a third year in the National Convention Centre, Dublin.

Zurich employees support tree growth and sustainability in Fernhill Park by helping to remove plastic tree guards at Fernhill Park in Stepaside, Dublin.

In this podcast marking World Down Syndrome Day on 21st March, Robyn Richardson talks to Colm Blake, Head of Insurance Marketing and Ashley Kelly, Talent Acquisitions Manager at Zurich Ireland about Zurich’s partnership with Down Syndrome Ireland, how we are supporting this charitable organisation and creating a meaningful workplace for people with disabilities.

Wear, share and show you care on 21st March for World Down Syndrome Day. Wear your most colourful socks, share your photos on social media, make a donation and join in to create awareness around Down syndrome.
International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024 takes place on 8th March, and as part of Zurich’s continued commitment to gender balance and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), we would like to take the opportunity to mark the occasion by showcasing women in leadership roles within our business.