Aboriginals search for companies with a social conscience, study shows – The Globe and Mail
There is a segment of the population more dedicated to making the world a better place and is ready for work, but some employers are failing to attract them properly.
This is according to new data released from Universum Global, a company that specializes in helping match up employers with the right employees. The results of the study comes in advance of National Aboriginal Day on June 21.
Canadian college and university graduates who identify themselves as Aboriginal, Native or Métis are much more likely to say they are interested in being committed to a cause or feel like they are serving a greater good. In particular, these youth are interested in companies that focus on social, environmental and ethical responsibilities, and have a corporate culture that is accepting of minorities and supports gender equality.
