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expects this data to be of value to individual and firm registrants as well as other regulators, post-secondary institutions, and other interest holders, providing them with information that can inform their own initiatives and actions. Given that registrants will continue to be able to respond to the self-identification survey annually, Engineers and Geoscientists BC commits to updating this report annually and providing analysis of trends in data over time. Responses to these questions are optional, and registrants Diversity insights gained from registrant data Registrant Demographics Report

After three years of gathering voluntarily submitted demographic data, Engineers and Geoscientists BC is now sharing the detailed results in its Registrant Demographics Report. The data compiled using voluntarily submitted demographic data from registrants allows the organization to better understand the diversity of its registrant base. The report includes analysis on a range of aspects of identity including sections on gender identity, age, Indigenous identity, racialized identity, sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and caregiving responsibilities. About 75 percent of active registrants responded to optional demographic questions during the Annual Reporting process. Report supports EDI journey Engineers and Geoscientists BC recognizes the importance of fostering professions that reflect and welcome the diverse members of society and enable our registrants to contribute to their full potential. To support the equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) journey, several optional self-identification questions were introduced in 2022 as part of the Annual Reporting process. These questions focus on broad categories of self-identity and were developed after extensive research and consultation. The data collected allows the organization to better understand the diversity of registrants through measurement of representation and assessment of trends in representation over time. This information will be used to report and measure the success of EDI initiatives and to identify new actions that will help advance EDI within the professions. Aggregate data will be used to improve and inform programs and actions and to create summary reports to provide information on our registrant population’s demographics. Over time, these reports will also include trends to track changes and progress. Analysis and findings will inform Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s understanding and knowledge of the diversity and experiences of registrants. This is important to help identify and address the impacts of policies, processes and decisions and to ensure that registrants are effectively supported and engaged. In releasing this report, Engineers and Geoscientists BC

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