Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

The ARA’s Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Advisory Committee exists to shape the retail industry by advancing diversity, equality, and inclusion with aligned priorities and visible achievements.

Comprising retail industry leaders wishing to publicly commit to advancing this agenda, this Advisory Committee will shape an industry response and achieve visible and impactful priorities to improve diversity and inclusion

Participating members act in an advisory capacity to facilitate a united, integrated approach to issues in a dynamic retail environment.

This advisory committee is by invitation to maintain diversity amongst committee members.

Purpose

This Advisory Committee seeks to support ARA members by:

Defining an authentic vision for diversity and inclusion across the retail industry and agree specific priorities to commit to
Taking a public stance on social issues that impact employees, customers and the community through collective and individual leadership action
Work as a united leadership group to implement progressive, powerful and lasting change across the retail landscape