The Importance of Considering Hidden Disabilities as an Inclusive Employer
In light of Disability History Month this December 2023, it is important to be aware of hidden disabilities and how they can affect your employees. An inclusive workplace should foster an […]
What Does an Inclusive Workplace Look Like in 2023 and Why Does it Matter?
Business leaders are becoming increasingly more aware of the necessity of an inclusive workplace. Studies reveal that over half of UK businesses regard inclusion as a strategic priority. There is […]
The Importance of Mentorship for Women in STEM
Women have long been underrepresented in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, making up less that 30% of the STEM workforce. Dr. Hernandez, an associate professor specialising in science […]
10 Ways to Increase Your Happiness at Work
Celebrating International Week of Happiness at Work According to Indeed’s Work Happiness Score, workplace unhappiness impacts three out of four employees, negatively affecting their mental health and/or physical health. As […]
A Guide to Supporting Your Employees Through Grief
This Grief Awareness Day, we take a look at the best ways to support employees in the workplace through bereavement… Amidst the ever-evolving realm of modern business, it’s imperative to […]
We Must Inspire Girls for a “More Equitable and Innovative Future”
Dr. Tanya Shreedhar is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Edinburgh, and a 2023 finalist at the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talents Awards. We […]
Unconscious Bias: The Silent Barrier to Your Inclusion and Equity Efforts
Unconscious bias continues to cast a subtle yet significant shadow over the workplace. And it could be harming your business not just culturally, but economically… Hidden prejudices affect how we perceive […]
Work Life Week: How Flexibility is Key to Improved D&I
National Work Life Week (2-6 October 2023) is a campaign for improved work-life balance and wellbeing. As an employer, this is a key focus for improved diversity & inclusion… Employers […]
“Slow progress” as UK 18-year-olds make record number of computing course applications
WISE CEO Kay Hussain welcomes the new UCAS data on record computing applications, but says we are “nowhere near” where we need to be with gender balance in STEM. Record […]
Life as a woman signaller at Network Rail
Network Rail recruits signallers from a variety of backgrounds and industries and provides all the training needed to start a rewarding career. We caught up with Pam Elkington to ask […]