{"id":4179,"date":"2026-06-05T15:58:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T15:58:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esmadrid.com\/mcb\/en\/?page_id=4179"},"modified":"2026-06-05T16:13:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T16:13:12","slug":"dei-diversity-equity-and-inclusion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.esmadrid.com\/mcb\/en\/dei-diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/","title":{"rendered":"DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)"},"content":{"rendered":" \n
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In an international context where diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility are becoming increasingly important within the tourism and meetings industry, destinations are called upon to promote environments that are more open, responsible and representative of the societies they serve.<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n
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Congress and event organizers, visitors, and industry professionals increasingly value destinations that can guarantee safe, accessible and inclusive experiences for all people.<\/p>\n

Aware of this reality, the City of Madrid, as an international tourism destination and a benchmark in the fields of meetings, culture and business tourism, reaffirms its commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, equal opportunities and inclusion as an essential part of a responsible, accessible and sustainable tourism model.<\/p>\n

Madrid is an open, diverse and welcoming city, recognized for its ability to receive people from different cultures, backgrounds, identities and abilities, fostering an environment based on respect, coexistence and hospitality.<\/p>\n

Within this framework, the destination undertakes the following commitments:<\/p>\n \n

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Respect and Non-Discrimination<\/h3>\n

To promote a tourism environment based on mutual respect and coexistence, rejecting any form of discrimination in access to and enjoyment of the city\u2019s tourism and meetings offerings.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n \n

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Inclusive Tourism Experiences<\/h3>\n

To foster accessible, safe and welcoming experiences for visitors and event attendees, encouraging the progressive removal of physical, sensory, cognitive and cultural barriers.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n \n

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Destination Accessibility<\/h3>\n

To work alongside the tourism and meetings ecosystem to advance towards an increasingly accessible destination, facilitating autonomy and participation for all people.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n \n

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Diverse and Responsible Representation of the Destination<\/h3>\n

To promote tourism communication and marketing that respectfully and accurately reflects Madrid\u2019s social and cultural diversity.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n \n

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Awareness-Raising and Industry Collaboration<\/h3>\n

To encourage awareness, training and collaboration initiatives with tourism stakeholders and event organizers in order to promote more inclusive and responsible practices.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n \n

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Continuous Improvement<\/h3>\n

To promote the ongoing review and continuous improvement of policies and actions related to inclusion, accessibility and the social sustainability of the destination.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n \n \n <\/div> \n \n <\/div>\n

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