Our journey toward lived diversity – year after year
Every journey begins with a single step.
For us at EBCONT, that step into the world of lived inclusion wasn’t all that long ago – just four years back. But what a journey it has been.
Back in 2021, we took our first concrete steps toward a more inclusive workplace. We joined Pride Biz Austria, founded Women@EBCONT, and built connections with inspiring women-in-tech communities like shedigital and the newITgirls. Together with Dr. Gerald Grundschober, psychiatrist and psychotherapist, we started a dialogue about mental health through impulses, workshops, and 1:1 lighthouse talks – because inclusion starts with understanding.
In 2022, our focus turned to awareness. Through unconscious bias workshops for leaders and the introduction of gender-neutral restrooms, we made diversity something that could be both felt and seen – in our mindsets and in our spaces.
By 2023, our perspective had grown. Diversity was no longer a project; it became a mindset. We formed our EBCONT Diversity Team, put our Diversity Charter in writing, and partnered with myAbility Social Enterprise GmbH. The third annual Pride Boot once again brought people together – loud, proud, and joyful.
2024 was a year of depth. We explored neurodiversity and intergenerational perspectives, launched our Male Ally Program, and ran our first EBCONT Rainbow Run – turning inclusion into movement and meaning. We were also nominated to join WOMENinICT, another step toward more visibility for women in tech.
And now, in 2025, diversity has become part of our very structure. With the new role of Experience & DEI Lead, we’re making our progress measurable and our impact transparent.
When the jury of the Preis der Vielfalt 2025 awarded EBCONT 3rd place at the Diversity Ball in Vienna City Hall, they put it beautifully: “EBCONT implements diversity and inclusion consistently – from structural measures to visible initiatives such as male allyship and pride activities. The company impressively demonstrates that diversity in IT is not only possible but can be lived successfully. Particularly in relation to its size, EBCONT’s commitment is extraordinary and deserves great recognition.”
We couldn’t agree more – because for us, diversity isn’t a destination. It’s an ongoing journey. And we’re just getting started. 🌈
Inclusion as a Lived Culture
This continuous, strategic development shows: at EBCONT, diversity isn’t just seen as a goal – it’s a lived mindset, brought to life every single day.
Inspiration from experts across all dimensions of diversity supports this ongoing process, and the joy our team brings to it becomes especially visible at events like the Diversity Ball.
A heartfelt thank-you goes out to the entire EBCONT team and to everyone who accompanies and supports us on this journey.
At EBCONT, diversity and inclusion are not just aspirations – they are deeply rooted values that shape our daily work and strengthen our company culture. 🚀