IAG New Zealand is the country’s first general insurer to be certified with a “Rainbow Tick”, denoting its support for diversity and inclusion.

The Rainbow Tick program recognises safe, welcoming and inclusive places for people of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity.

CEO Craig Olsen says the tick is a “fantastic endorsement” and IAG’s progress around diversity will continue.

“We will be working in our offices and stores across New Zealand in the coming months to ensure everyone at IAG understands what we are working to achieve in this area,” he said.

IAG entered the Auckland Pride Parade for the first time this year under the banner Together We’re Safer.