Inclusive Employers

Together with our Members, and participants in our programmes, training, and events, we’ve made a real impact in workplaces across the year. As we reflect on these achievements, we’re excited to continue partnering with our Members—and welcome more organisations to join us in 2025. How does membership deliver impact to an organisation? Here’s what you can expect: 🔴 Enhanced expertise and deeper understanding of inclusion strategies through resources, consultancy and account management guidance 🔴 Strategic clarity with yearly insight into your inclusion progress and advice on what steps to take next 🔴 Empowered colleagues equipped with the tools and knowledge to create more equitable work environments Plus, access to a supportive network that celebrates successes and contributes to industry-leading workplace inclusion standards.  Discover the full range of benefits our Members enjoy here: https://lnkd.in/eq-4rXyX #EDI #Inclusion #Diversity #HR #LearningAndDevelopment Image description: A carousel consisting of 3 slides, with different graphs and icons alongside the statistics. The background is white with a red border, with the other graphics being in red, navy and a teal.  Text reads: Our impact through training: 91% Rated training as excellent or good, 89% felt their subject area knowledge improved, 82% were inspired to behave differently. A training testimonial follows that reads: Really involved participation and thought-provoking conversation and awareness. Then it moves onto: National Inclusion Week® 2024, social reach: 32.3 million and total participants : 10,829. Our leading inclusion and diversity webinar programme: 91 learning hours delivered, 6,366 webinar attendees joined us, 10 sears at every webinar for our Members in 2025. 41 organisations awarded the Inclusive Employers Standard accreditation. Then it moves onto: how did some of our programmes go? Sports and physical activity: Working with a leading sports partner, we delivered an inclusive leadership programme which saw: 334 senior leaders enrolled and 194 training modules delivered. Then, emergency services: police: In partnership with a police force, we delivered a programme of inclusion and diversity training with: 98 sessions delivered and 1,660 attendees to these sessions. The final slide concludes with 91% of Members give us top marks, This means that our Members have said that they are very or extremely satisfied with their Inclusive Employers membership. Discover the benefits of membership.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to those who celebrate, from the Inclusive Employers team. Our offices will be closed after Tuesday, 24th December, and reopen on Thursday, 2nd January 2025. We look forward to working with you again in the New Year. If you have any questions before then, please complete our enquiry form (link in the comments), and a friendly team member will get back to you when we return. #MerryChristmas #Inclusion #Diversity #InclusiveEmployersTeam Image description: A smiling Black couple taking a Christmas selfie. The man is wearing a soft fluffy Santa hat, while the woman is holding a mobile phone positioned for the selfie and wearing large red reindeer antlers with little brown ears. Text over the image reads, "Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Our offices will be closed after Tuesday 24 December. They will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025. We look forward to working with you again in the New Year."

Deloitte’s 2024 Disability Inclusion at Work: A Global Outlook provides important insights into the barriers and opportunities for disability inclusion in workplaces globally. The survey of 10,000 people with disabilities, chronic health conditions, or neurodivergence highlights the need for organisations to prioritise accessibility, inclusive practices, and support for employees. Key findings: 🔴 Disclosure and Adjustment Requests 88% of respondents disclosed their condition, yet three-quarters have not requested workplace adjustments due to fear of stigma, past negative experiences, or low expectations. Almost 75% of those who requested adjustments had at least one rejected, often over cost concerns. 🔴 Non-Inclusive Behaviours 40% reported experiencing microaggressions, bullying, or harassment in the past year, highlighting the need for cultural change. 🔴 Enabling Inclusion Respondents suggested enhancing physical accessibility (24%), prioritising inclusion at the leadership level (16%), and improving access to adjustments (10%). Addison Barnett, Director of Impact at Inclusive Employers, commented: "As awareness of disability and ableism increases, and particularly as more adults realise they are neurodivergent, we're seeing increasing requests not just for reasonable adjustments but for genuine inclusion of disabled people in the workplace. Many organisations are lagging behind, and line managers often don't feel equipped to have quality conversations about how to ensure their team can truly thrive. With Disability Pay Gap reporting on the horizon in the UK and increasing demand for genuinely accessible workplaces, I&D and People Professionals have a clear mandate to make genuine change via disability-inclusive policies, practices and upskilling for line managers." Full report here: https://lnkd.in/eXXTk2Ye Learn more about workplace adjustments here. https://lnkd.in/eR8VR6jX #Inclusion #Diversity Image description: Image shows the quote: "With Disability Pay Gap reporting on the horizon in the UK, there’s an urgent need to prioritise inclusive policies, practices, and upskilling line managers to enable their teams to thrive."

This webinar lays the groundwork for creating a robust Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy. Participants will explore the fundamental principles of EDI, why they matter, and how organisations can embed these values into their culture. From understanding key terms to identifying common challenges, this session will provide actionable insights and practical tools for building a sustainable EDI framework. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing strategy, this webinar will help you establish a strong foundation for impactful change. The webinar is hosted by Baljit Singh (she/her), Senior Inclusion and Diversity Consultant from Inclusive Employers. 🔴 What you will learn: Actionable insights and practical tools for building a sustainable EDI framework 🔴 Who this is for: Individuals and organisations at a Beginner / Intermediate level on their EDI journey 🔴Book Your Place https://lnkd.in/eBUnR9Gz If you are an Inclusive Employers Member please log in to access your five free places. In-house training is available for this and many other inclusion topics. Get in touch and we’d be happy to discuss your requirements. If you have any questions about this event or have any accessibility requirements, contact events@inclusiveemployers.co.uk. Please note: we do not typically supply recordings or slides for our webinars.

Join us in commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 with a focus on the theme “For a Better Future.” This webinar honours the memory of those who suffered and lost their lives in the Holocaust and other genocides, while emphasising the lessons we must carry forward to create a world rooted in respect, understanding, and unity. Through powerful stories, reflections, and actionable steps, we’ll explore how the workplace can stand against prejudice, discrimination, and hatred to build a brighter future for all. This webinar is hosted by Debbie Epstein (she/her), Director of Major Programmes from Inclusive Employers. 🔴 Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 - For a Better Future 🔴 January 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Book your space today and get actionable steps for how a how the workplace can stand against prejudice, discrimination, and hatred: https://lnkd.in/efzWvXUV If you are an Inclusive Employers Member please log in to access your five free places. In-house training is available for this and many other inclusion topics. Get in touch and we’d be happy to discuss your requirements. If you have any questions about this event or have any accessibility requirements, contact events@inclusiveemployers.co.uk. Please note: we do not typically supply recordings or slides for our webinars. #HolocaustMemorialDay Image text: Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 - For a Better Future. Tuesday 28 January, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Hosted by Debbie Epstein (she/her), Director of Major Programmes from Inclusive Employers. Image shows circle frame with Debbie looking straight at the camera.

A recent report from the Women and Equalities Committee in Parliament reveals that women and girls in England often suffer for years due to reproductive health conditions being dismissed as "medical misogyny." Conditions such as endometriosis and adenomyosis are frequently underdiagnosed and poorly treated, stemming from widespread stigma and insufficient education among healthcare professionals. Symptoms are commonly dismissed as normal, resulting in delayed diagnoses and treatments that significantly impact women's education, careers, relationships, and fertility. Recommendations from the report include: 🔴 Clause 26 of the Employment Rights Bill should be amended to make clear that supporting women with reproductive health conditions falls under the definition of advancing gender equality. 🔴 Workplace support - ideally incentivised by the Government, workplaces should have strategies in place to support women experiencing reproductive ill health. The availability of flexible working patterns, a workplace that provides easy access to period products, and time off to attend appointments are just some of the measures that can better support women at work. 🔴 Across all sectors and employers, there should be a consistent approach to policies such as paid leave for fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, menopause symptoms, and menstruation-related issues. Talk to us about how Inclusive Employers can support your organisation to stay ahead of these developments: https://hubs.ly/Q0301JT-0

Join us for this free webinar to learn more about how your organisation can measure how engaged your employees are, and how well you understand your employee’s experience. The session will help to guide and inspire you on your inclusion journey and is perfect for all organisations, regardless of which stage you’re at. 

Organisations that embrace inclusive leadership and rethink their policies will be better positioned to succeed in the future. Increasingly, we’re seeing top talent scrutinising organisational policies, practices and results in inclusion when they’re considering whether to join an organisation. By adopting a proactive, inclusive approach, your organisations will be prepared to thrive in an evolving landscape, including attracting and retaining top talent. Key inclusion priorities for 2025 🔴 Addressing legal changes with an inclusion lens Before the Employment Rights Bill begins to move through Parliament, we have already seen the new sexual harassment law changes from October 2024 and upcoming Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act. These changes need a proactive response from all organisations, and both changes offer opportunities for embedding inclusion. 🔴 Harnessing the power of diversity data With ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting to become mandatory for organisations with over 250 staff, organisations must prepare now to collect and use meaningful data. For many, the journey starts with addressing gaps in data collection and overcoming barriers of mistrust. 🔴 Responding to division and conflict in the workplace As global political tensions rise, workplaces are increasingly becoming sites for societal divisions. Unaddressed, these tensions can harm psychological safety, disrupt collaboration, and erode trust. 🔴 Preparing for long-term employment law changes Future laws, like the expected Employment Rights Bill, show that organisations need to plan ahead for policy development. Discover the actions you need to create an inclusive, thriving workplace in 2025 with our new blog, The EDI Landscape for 2025: Priorities for Inclusion https://hubs.ly/Q0308Qn_0 You can also sign up to our FREE January webinar, Prepare for 2025: Free EDI Insights below. https://hubs.ly/Q0308MRj0 #Inclusion #Diversity #2025 #Leadership #EmploymentRightsBill

Are you preparing to start your inclusion and diversity journey in 2025? Or seeking to refine your inclusion approach? Perhaps you are ready to enhance your organisational practices. Whatever your EDI goals, join our FREE webinar for practical tips on navigating the EDI landscape throughout the year ahead. As we navigate an ever-changing EDI landscape, marked by increasing scrutiny and shifting rhetoric, it’s vital for HR and EDI leaders to stay ahead of the curve. Join our free webinar, hosted by Janet Tidmarsh, Managing Director, and Addie Barnett, Director of Impact, to gain exclusive insights into emerging trends and core principles that will empower you to approach the next 12 months with confidence and impact. This free session will cover: 🔴 Emerging trends in EDI 🔴 Practical advice for creating inclusive workplaces 🔴 Insights into the evolving role of inclusion in organisational success 🔴 Expert guidance to help you support your employees and organisation in achieving meaningful progress The session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to build workplace cultures where diversity thrives, ensuring stronger employee engagement, greater innovation, and enhanced organisational performance. Whether you’re a HR professional, an EDI specialist, or a leader passionate about creating change, this is an opportunity not to be missed! Spaces are filling fast, so don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for the future of EDI - register now to secure your free place! https://hubs.ly/Q0301MCl0 #Inclusion #Diversity #2025 #InclusionTraining

Get ready for a bumper edition of Inclusion Insights We are rounding off the year with a bumper edition, packed full of of bonus content! Find out what our Members were talking about in 2024, hear about our most watched webinars, and most downloaded resources. Plus we'll be giving a first look at all the upcoming Inclusive Employers events in the New Year - be sure to check them out and secure your spot. Sign up to our monthly Inclusion Insights newsletter today to ensure you receive this bumper edition when it comes out this Thursday! https://hubs.ly/Q02_L1dv0 #Inclusion #Diversity #InclusiveEmployers #2024 #NewYear