2023-05-02

Kat Parsons wins Head of Diversity of the Year Award at DIVA Awards 2023

Kat Parsons, Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at ISS UK & I, has done it again – winning the prestigious EY Head of Diversity of the Year Award at the DIVA Awards 2023.

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"Winning Head of Diversity of the Year Award at the DIVA Awards 2023 is a great honour and a testament to the incredible work being done to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging at ISS,’’ says Kat. ‘’It energises me even more to continue championing equality together with my great colleagues and to help make our society more equitable for all."

‘’This achievement is fantastic for Kat and for ISS,’’ says Liz Benison, CEO, ISS UK and Ireland. ‘’It reflects the groundbreaking work that Kat is doing day in and day out. This hard work has not gone unnoticed, and this is a well-deserved honour for her.’’

Kat's success comes after an incredible past year of achievements, including being recognised in the RoSPA Inspiring Women in Health and Safety Awards, becoming a finalist for the IWFM Diversity award, and winning the BESA National Diversity and Inclusion Initiative Award.

A celebration of the achievements of LGBTQIA women

The DIVA Awards, founded in 2017, are an annual celebration of the achievements of LGBTQIA women and non-binary people, and their allies, across business, the media, and politics.

Kat's win is a testament to her dedication to promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and a reminder of the impact that individuals can make in creating a more inclusive and equitable society.