At News Gulf (newsgulf.ae), we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe that a multicultural and diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver well-rounded, representative news that serves the diverse communities of the UAE.
1. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
🔹 We are an equal opportunity employer, and our hiring policies ensure that all candidates are evaluated based on skills, experience, and qualifications, regardless of nationality, gender, religion, ethnicity, disability, or any other identity.
🔹 Our goal is to build a newsroom and editorial team that reflects the diversity of the UAE’s expatriate and local communities.
🔹 We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to join our team.
2. Hiring & Recruitment Policies
🔹 We follow non-discriminatory hiring practices and ensure that all job openings are publicly available for a broad and diverse pool of candidates.
🔹 We conduct bias-free recruitment processes, ensuring that no candidate is disadvantaged based on their background.
🔹 Job postings are designed to be inclusive and accessible, using neutral language to welcome all qualified individuals.
3. Workforce Diversity Overview
As a UAE-based digital news platform, our team comprises professionals from diverse nationalities and backgrounds, representing the communities we serve. While we do not disclose personal information, we strive to maintain a balance across:
✅ Nationalities – Our workforce includes expatriates and UAE residents from multiple cultural backgrounds.
✅ Gender Representation – We are committed to achieving gender balance across editorial, technical, and administrative roles.
✅ Professional Backgrounds – Our team consists of journalists, content creators, and technical professionals with experience in various industries.
4. Inclusive Workplace Environment
🔹 We actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and collaboration in our workplace.
🔹 Employees have access to training and workshops on diversity, inclusion, and bias awareness.
🔹 We provide equal opportunities for career growth, ensuring all team members are supported and valued.
5. Addressing Concerns & Continuous Improvement
🔹 If employees or applicants experience any form of discrimination, bias, or exclusion, they can report concerns confidentially to [email/contact page].
🔹 We regularly review and update our diversity policies to align with best practices in employment and inclusivity.
🔹 News Gulf is committed to transparency in diversity hiring and aims to improve representation in all levels of our organization.
At News Gulf, we recognize that diversity strengthens journalism, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.