EDI Commitment Badge Usage Guideline

1. Purpose: The EDI Commitment Badge represents a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles. Its usage is aimed at acknowledging and promoting organizations’ dedication to fostering inclusive environments.

2. Authorized Use: The EDI Commitment Badge is authorized for use by organizations that have actively demonstrated their commitment to EDI initiatives.

3. Contexts of Use: The badge may be used in various digital and print materials, including but not limited to:

• Websites
• Social media profiles
• Email signatures
• Print materials such as brochures, posters, and flyers

4. Design Variants: The badge is available in different formats to suit various display requirements, including:

• SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics)
• PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
• JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

5. Badge Sizes: To ensure clarity and legibility, the badge should be displayed in appropriate sizes relative to its context. Recommended sizes include:

• Large: Suitable for website headers or prominent placement (e.g., 512×512 pixels)
• Medium: Ideal for webpages, social media profiles, or email signatures (e.g., 256×256 pixels)
• Small: Suitable for print materials or as a secondary element in digital platforms (e.g., 128×128 pixels)
• Contact us for specific usage inquiries.

6. Badge Placement: The badge should be prominently displayed in a visible and accessible location within the designated material. Recommended placements include:

• Website footers
• Social media profile headers or about sections
• Email signature blocks
• Printed materials in a corner or alongside organizational logos

7. Badge Integrity: The badge should be used in its original form without alterations, modifications, or additions that may compromise its integrity or message. Prohibited actions include:

• Stretching or distorting the badge
• Changing the colors or typography
• Adding elements that detract from the badge’s visibility or clarity

8. Attribution: When using the badge in digital or online materials, organizations should include a hyperlink to the EDI website: https://edijobs.io, if applicable. This attribution helps viewers verify the organization’s commitment to EDI principles.

9. Compliance: Organizations using the EDI Commitment Badge are responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the use of visual symbols and trademarks. Any unauthorized or improper use of the badge may result in legal action or revocation of usage privileges.

10. Updates: This guideline is subject to updates and revisions as necessary to reflect changes in organizational policies, accreditation criteria, or best practices in EDI promotion.