Esther Koplowitz's social contribution has been recognised at the 7th Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Awards, organised by the Adecco Foundation and the Sustainability Excellence Club. During the event, held under the honorary presidency of Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain, the businesswoman and philanthropist received an honorary award in the category of ‘inclusive leaders’ for her commitment to the most vulnerable people and her drive for scientific and biomedical progress.

Through the Foundation that bears her name, Esther Koplowitz has channelled her work, which has been marked by actions that improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups such as the elderly, people with disabilities and mental health problems. This work was highlighted by Enrique Sánchez and Francisco Mesonero, from the Adecco Foundation, who highlighted her legacy of solidarity and her ability to inspire others with high-impact initiatives. In addition, Juan Alfaro, from the Club de Excelencia en Sostenibilidad, stressed that ‘Esther Koplowitz has become a benchmark of humanity, with a commitment that transcends the symbolic and leaves a tangible mark on the lives of the people who need it most’’.

Thank you speech by Esther Koplowitz

In her speech, Esther Koplowitz expressed her gratitude for the award, pointing out that this recognition belongs to all those who have worked alongside her to build a fairer and more inclusive society. ‘It is an immense honour to receive this recognition, which is not only for me, but for all the people and teams who have shared this path with me, dedicating their time, talent and effort to building a more inclusive and humane future’.

In addition to this honorary award, the DE&I Awards recognised five outstanding companies in this field: FCC Medio Ambiente, Ocado Technology, La Casa de Carlota, Lar España and Endesa.