Generation STEAM, led by the Chemical Business Association, is aimed at engaging with future generations of talented individuals. We invite people to consider pursuing careers within the Chemical Supply Chain industry, with a focus on promoting diversity and fostering a dynamic workforce. Succeeding in a STEAM-based career involves more than just having technical knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Manufacturing. It's also about having the ambition and the right attitude to thrive. Being creative in generating new ideas contributes to both personal and professional advancement and can drive progress within the industry. Our goal is to encourage young people and those interested in enhancing their skills to explore opportunities within our sector. We want to showcase the various career options available, ranging from entry-level positions to graduate programs. We strongly believe that involving people from diverse backgrounds with various skills is crucial for a sustainable future in the chemical supply chain workforce. Please join us and become a Generation STEAM Ambassador as we continue our journey to ensure sustainable future generations of talent. Regardless of people's interests and goals, it's our responsibility to showcase the career opportunities that exist everywhere, even in sectors they may not have considered compatible with their aspirations. Generation STEAM opens our industry to a wider workforce that may have thought it wasn’t for them. With STEAM, we can challenge preconceptions that learning areas are separate, & move past the “I’m good at maths and science, so I’m not creative” way of thinking. This will change the way we see STEM problems & create a new way of thinking that is engaging, multifaceted & inclusive, with diversity of representation and thought.
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As a sector that encompasses such a vast range of disciplines, a sustainable, highly skilled workforce is critical to the future of the chemical industry. In this Chemical Industry Journal article, I explore the future of education, careers outreach and training in the chemical sector along with Dr Chrystelle Egger , MBA. Chemical Business Association #chemicalsupplychain #people #skills #education #careers #training
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A great talk and conversation with Ashley on 'The Legacy of HBCU Week Foundation and Why Diversity Matters' at the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) Annual Meeting. Many of the points resonated strongly with me and they are relevant not just here in the USA, but also, in the UK - and for which reason we're leading the way with our People & Skills Hub along with initiatives such as Generation STEAM, Generation Logistics and our 5050Vision. #DEI #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion
Friday 8th November is #STEAMDay! The Chemical Business Association's Generation STEAM is designed to highlight the diverse careers available in the chemical supply chain, from traditional roles to those less widely known. We provide people in our membership with the resources to partake in outreach across the UK, as part of a commitment to plugging the potential skills gap facing the chemical supply chain, and in our first year we have trained 50 #GenerationSTEAM ambassadors! Look out for our next Careers Outreach Training, coming soon! #GenerationSTEAM #Inclusion #ChemicalSupplyChain #OneVoiceTogether
Great post from Jakki Generation STEAM is about making STEM subjects more appealing. We challenges preconceptions that learning areas are separate, by transcending the current way of thinking and changing the way STEM is perceived. It is about being inclusive, making the industry more accessible, by attracting a wider talent pool. It acknowledges that if we only focus on STEM subjects, we risk alienating talented people that may not necessarily consider the sector as a viable career path. #chemicalsupplychain #skillsforlife #careeropportunities
On STEM Day, we're proud to reiterate our commitment to championing the next generation of STEM talent. Here at the Apprentice Employment Agency, we're dedicated to nurturing the skills and passions of young people and helping them step into rewarding STEM careers. With nearly a third of the UK workforce in STEM roles, we're excited to support this vibrant and essential sector one apprentice at a time! 🌟 #stemday #stem #apprenticeship
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In 2023, we engaged with over 16,700 young people, showcasing the diverse career opportunities available to them in the chemical supply chain. Through 2024, our commitment remains equally strong, yet our focus extends beyond nurturing future generations alone as we fully recognise the immense value seasoned professionals bring. Our Chemical Business Association 5050Vision initiative celebrates this essential segment of the workforce, whose deep knowledge, expertise, and institutional insight drive innovation, enhance safety protocols, and mentor the next generation. Through their contributions, these people continue to shape and strengthen the industry, bridging past achievements with future potential. #5050Vision #people
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A highlight of an exceptionally busy October was an invitation from CJ - who is a great friend and also a Fellow of the Society of Leadership Fellows - to join an Innovation Workshop, marking the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Sea Heritage Foundation and the Merchant Navy Training Board. This agreement, formalised at London’s Victory Services Club, is aimed at sharing best practices in maritime education and apprenticeships, with the workshop centred on fostering innovation through collaboration. Given that over 80% of global trade moves by sea, its a critical link in the chemical supply chain, and the workshop provided an excellent forum to discuss our Chemical Business Association People & Skills Hub and to showcase key initiatives, including Generation STEAM, Generation Logistics, and our 5050Vision. #UK #Australia #collaboration #innovation #apprenticeships #5050Vision #GenerationLogistics #GenerationSTEAM
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Thank you to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the Kingdom of Morocco for the opportunity to present on 'Information Technology and Operational Technology Security in the Chemical Industry'. In addition to emerging technology and AI key topics in the chemical supply chain, including physical factors such as drones and robotics, it was also a great forum to highlight our Chemical Business Association People & Skills Hub, and initiatives such as Generation STEAM - recognising that people (at least for now!) remain our greateat asset, and that AI will predominantly complement and supplement, rather than completely replace people. #EmergingTechnology #AI #drones #robotics #people #skills #Rabat #Morocco
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Thanks for sharing these resources Stephen I'm proud to support Dyslexia in Engineering Day tomorrow, 10th October, which encourages conversations around dyslexia and neuroinclusion in engineering. This year’s theme, "What’s Your Story?", shows that every story is unique, with over 6.7 million people in the UK sharing their experiences and strengths as part of the dyslexic community. At the Chemical Business Association, we're also hosting our Generation STEAM Ambassador Training tomorrow. Generation STEAM, led by the CBA, engages future talent to consider careers in the Chemical Supply Chain, promoting diversity and fostering a dynamic workforce. We believe that every career story matters and that embracing creativity alongside technical skills drives both personal growth and business growth. Let’s inspire young people and those interested in developing their skills to explore the wide range of opportunities available in our sector. Showing our own career journey and our diverse backgrounds and talents is key to building the next generation of talent. #DyslexiaEngDay #ShareYourStory #GenerationSTEAM #Neuroinclusion #FutureTalent
I'm proud to be supporting Dyslexia in Engineering Day on 10th October. This day is all about encouraging conversations around dyslexia and neuroinclusion in engineering, while celebrating the organisations working towards positive change. This year’s theme is “What’s Your Story?”, and I’d love to hear yours. Here are the key messages for this year: Every story is different: Dyslexia impacts everyone uniquely, and we want to showcase the diversity within the dyslexic community in engineering. 10% of the population is dyslexic: That’s over 6.7 million stories that can inspire and highlight the strengths of dyslexic individuals. Early identification and support can help people with dyslexia thrive, but it’s never too late to change your story or start a new chapter. What was your experience? By sharing our stories, we can raise awareness and highlight the value of dyslexia in engineering. So, I encourage you to join me—download resources at https://lnkd.in/e7eznedD , follow the social media channels, and use #DyslexiaEngDay to share your experiences and help others feel inspired. Save the Date: 10th October 2024. Let’s work together to make neuroinclusion in engineering a priority! What's your story? Thanks to Engineering Differently #DyslexiaEngDay #ShareYourStory #Neuroinclusion #EngineeringInclusivity #DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessweek #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #Neurodiversity #EngineeringDifferently
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Thanks to Nordmann UK for the opportunity to meet last week along with their local MP Peter Lamb to discuss the critical importance of the chemical supply chain locally and to the wider UK society and economy - and while not always appreciated, its key role in creating and enabling a sustainable future. It allowed us to highlight some of the key issues and regulatory challenges the chemical supply chain faces such as UK REACH - which not only affects the chemical supply chain and the wider chemical sector, but downstream users who were previously not within the scope of the regulation. It was equally an opportunity to talk about the opportunities and factors that The Labour Party Industrial Strategy must grasp and take into account, as well as to highlight solutions and initiatives such as Responsible Care, also Generation STEAM and Generation Logistics which are led or partnered by the Chemical Business Association and are crucial for fostering sustainability, creativity and innovation. #crawley #economy #society #sustainability #ResponsibleCare #futuretalent #skills #voiceofthechemicalsupplychain
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Thanks to Heather and Vienna, I'm now officially a Generation STEAM Ambassador! Our Generation STEAM initiative was launched to reflect the need for creativity and innovation within the chemical supply chain, and to give young people the opportunity to engage with the industry and learn about the diverse entryways and careers it offers. It also recognises that the chemical supply chain requires not just STEM skills, but also creativity, hence the inclusion of an ‘A’; for Arts, and also the value of Attributes such as Attitude, Ambition and Ability. Generation STEAM is also about making STEM subjects more Appealing. It is about being inclusive and creating more equity and diversity, making the industry more accessible, by attracting a wider talent pool. It acknowledges that if we only focus on STEM subjects, we risk alienating talented people that may not necessarily consider the sector as a viable career path. #future #talent #career #pathway