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SUMMARY:Opening Doors: What Works
DESCRIPTION:Learn how inclusive recruitment benefits employers.BITC’s research shows how diversity enriches workplaces for inclusive success.\n\n\nThis is an in-person event \nAudience\nHR/Talent Management Directors/practitioners/managers\, Open to all Business in the Community (BITC) members and non-members. \n\n\nBackground\nOpening Doors is BITC’s flagship inclusive recruitment campaign which calls on employers to change how they recruit to help make 2 million jobs more inclusive by 2025. \nIn May\, BITC will launch the insights from our research project\, “Opening Doors: What Works.” This research aims to highlight effective strategies employers can adopt to support jobseekers from low socioeconomic backgrounds\, especially those confronted with challenges related to race\, age\, and gender. \nInterestingly\, while 42% of employers are grappling with hard-to-fill vacancies*\, it’s alarming to note that over 50% of jobseekers from low socioeconomic backgrounds are being excluded from good work employment due to discriminatory employer practices**. These compelling facts underscore the urgency and importance of our research findings for bridging this gap and creating more inclusive workplaces. \n\n\nAbout the event\nParticipants will: \n\nHear the findings of BITC’s What Works research and learn about the benefits to in adopting inclusive recruitment processes to tap into the talents of a diverse workforce.\nBe inspired by our speakers and gain unique insight into the employer actions that are making the most impact to improve social mobility through an intersectional lens.\nFind out how our network can help you tackle current challenges and provide the toolkits and factsheets to equip you to prioritise equality in your workplace.\nBe motivated to act faster\, braver and bolder in making changes and improvements within your organisation to attract\, recruit and retain a diverse workforce.\nEngage with and learn from our network of responsible businesses and take part in our interactive breakout discussions.\nAn opportunity for non-members and contacts to better understand BITC’s purpose\, values and mission.\n\n\n\nRefreshments\nTea and coffee will be provided. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Annette Ettarh\, Events Manager at BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community \n\nReferences \n* (CIPD\, 2023) Labour Market Outlook: Spring 2023. \n**(Forage\, 2021) FE News | Over 50% of UK job seekers from low socioeconomic backgrounds miss out on employment opportunities.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/opening-doors-what-works-2/
LOCATION:41 West Campbell Street\, Glasgow\, G2 6SE
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SUMMARY:Race at Work Charter Surgery June 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to learn more about the early insights from the recent Race at Work Charter survey.\n\n\nAudience\nThis event is open to members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC). We also encourage those who are attending the ‘Executive Sponsors and Network Chairs’ Event on 21 March to attend this surgery. \n\n\nBackground\nThe monthly Race at Work Charter surgeries are an opportunity for attendees to speak directly with Sandra Kerr CBE\, Race Equality Director\, BITC and ask any questions about the Charter\, the survey\, or race offerings at BITC. \nThese surgeries benefit anyone wishing to sign or build on their organisations commitment to the Race at Work Charter. \n\n\nAbout the webinar\nThis surgery will offer attendees a chance for discussion around the Race at Work Charter survey paper one – leadership and executive sponsors for race and impactful employee network chairs within organisations. \nThis webinar will provide employers with a space to ask questions about the feedback available from the Race at Work Charter 2023 survey and what the commitment to action is that we ask of employers who have signed the Charter. There is also an opportunity to look at what insights are in the pipeline. \n\n\nAbout the Race at Work Charter\nThe Race at Work Charter is seven calls to action to ensure that ethnically diverse employees are represented at all levels in an organisation. The actions include: \n\nAppoint an Executive Sponsor for race.\nCapture ethnicity data and publicise progress.\nCommit at board level to zero tolerance of harassment and bullying.\nMake clear that supporting equality in the workplace is the responsibility of all leaders and managers.\nTake action that supports Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse people’s career progression.\nSupport race inclusion allies in the workplace.\nInclude Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse-led enterprise owners in supply chains.\n\nLearn more about BITC’s Race at Work Charter. \n\n\nBusiness in the Community’s work on race equality\nBITC is working to ensure all employees feel they belong\, have a voice\, are valued and can be their true selves. \nFor over 27 years\, BITC has been campaigning and helping organisations to ensure Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse employees are represented at all levels. \nAll organisations want to recruit from the widest talent pool and help successful applicants progress. It is key to future productivity and performance. Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse staff still encounter significant disparities in employment and progression*. The government-sponsored Race in the workplace: The McGregor-Smith Review found that greater progress and positive outcomes are needed to ensure all organisations benefit from the wealth of diverse talent and tap into the potential economic boost of £24bn annually by tackling racial disparities in the workplace and labour market The findings led BITC to create the Race at Work Charter\, with 85 founding signatory organisations committed to improving equality of opportunity in the workplace. \nFind out more about BITC’s work on race equality. \n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Events Coordinator at BITC for more information.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\nReferences\n*Business in the Community (2021) Race at Work 2021 Scorecard Report
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/race-at-work-charter-surgery-june-2024/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T113000
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Using Data to Enhance Social Impact
DESCRIPTION:Engage\, learn and understand how to use data sources and basic analytics to create strategic and impactful social impact.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members. Our Peer Learning Forums are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package. This particular event targets members with Social Impact Advisory. \n\n\nBackground\nBITC Social Impact Advisory supports companies through understanding the leading practice principles of social impact\, co-designing solutions with their communities\, leading to sustainable impact within society and within the business. Our thoughtful\, needs-led approach enables us to deliver outputs and recommendations that are evidence based and that help organisations understand what leading practice is\, and what action they can take to achieve that. \n\n\nAbout the event\nAt BITC we believe that businesses can contribute to rebuilding thriving communities\, through strategic long-term community investment and through purpose led core business. Understanding where to engage and how is a critical aspect of this. \nThis Peer Learning Forum will explore how to use various data sources to gain insight and understanding of how to use them\, which data sources are most appropriate and insightful\, and the impact they can help create. We will also discuss previous advisory projects where data has been used to great effect\, and how your organisation can benefit from taking a data-led approach to social impact. \nAbout Business in the Community’s Peer Learning Forums\nBITC’s Peer Learning Forums provide a confidential environment to discuss common issues\, solutions\, and good practice. There will be an emphasis on discussion and sharing experiences. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Annette Ettarh\, Events Manager\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-using-data-to-enhance-social-impact/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Responsible AI Series: Disrupt your Sustainability Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Join us to consider the positives and negatives that AI will contribute to your environmental sustainability strategy.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nThe Responsible Artificial Intelligence(AI) series is only open to members of Business in the Community (BITC). This event has been designed for Environment/Sustainability practitioners/managers\, CSR/Responsible business/ ESG practitioners/managers and anybody working with AI. \n\n\nBackground\nAI is already a part of our everyday lives\, and the potential for its impact on our ability to get to net zero is huge. AI is already used to track weather events\, pollution and the impact of the climate emergency on the natural world. A Framework for Using AI to Combat Climate Change created by BCG suggests utilising AI for measurement\, reductions and removal; adaptation and resilience; and climate modelling\, finances and education. And BCG are already offering a service to use AI for calculating product lifecycle emissions. Siemens are utilising AI to both save water with VA SYD and cut water pollution with Yorkshire Water\, whilst Google AI is working with the Environmental Defence Fund to monitor methane emissions on a planetary level. \nHowever\, the Climate Action against Disinformation Coalition is concerned about the hype. Some research suggests that increased electricity required to power AI will mean a doubling of data centres and a potential 80% increase in emissions caused by data centres. And in three years from now AI servers could use more electricity than the whole of Sweden.* Certainly the use of AI will increase our emissions in the shorter term. \nBut will the bigger picture make it worth it? What is the art of the possible? Will solutions created by AI in the industry metaverse change the game? And are we ready to innovate to ensure these solutions are created to ensure a net positive outcome for the planet and society? This event will provide a space to discuss some of these questions. \n\n\nAbout the event\n  \nThis events falls in The Great Big Green Week\, close to World Environment Day 2024\, and presents an opportunity for BITC member companies investing in climate action strategies\, to come together to reflect on the risks and opportunities presented by AI. Participants will hear from member companies who are investing in AI as a solution for the future and spark ideas for us to discuss around: \n\nThe positive opportunities that come from embedding AI in our sustainability strategies and solutions\nThe negative impacts of AI that will contribute to our carbon footprint\nThe art of what’s possible – the world that we can seek to create if we innovate to utilise the latest technology\n\n\n\nAbout the Responsible AI series\nAI is poised to transform work\, with implications for people\, places\, and the planet. Every business will engage with AI\, affecting employee support\, customer interactions\, and value chains. Responsible AI practices can enhance business performance and address societal challenges. Poor practices may perpetuate biases and worsen environmental impacts. \nBITC is embarking on a series of dymanic Responsible Business AI events\, spotlighting the critical challenges and barriers that AI poses if businesses fail to embrace responsible integration\, where leaders and practitioners have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and gather insights from our issue area experts and trailblazing businesses within our network. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Events Coordinator at BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community \n\n\nReferences\n*The Guardian\, 2024 AI likely to increase energy use and accelerate climate misinformation – report | Artificial intelligence (AI) | The Guardian \n 
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/responsible-ai-series-disrupt-your-sustainability-strategy/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-06-06/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:BITC Scotland’s Race at Work Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us to network and learn the tools and best practice to enhance or implement race at work policies within your organisation.\n\n\nThis is an in person event. \nAudience\nThis event is open to members of Business in the Community (BITC). The event has been designed to benefit representatives from your Diversity & Inclusion Employee Networks\, HR professionals\, Talent Managers\, and recruitment managers.  \n\n\nBackground\nThe Scottish Census data on ethnicity is due to be published in May this year. BITC Scotland’s Race at Work Reception will build on the Census data and provide you with the tools and best practice to enhance or implement race at work policies within your organisation\, to ensure you are inclusive in your attraction\, recruitment\, and retention of ethnically diverse talent. It will be an inspiring evening of networking and collaboration\, bringing together representatives of Diversity and Inclusion employee networks from across Scotland. \n\n\nAbout the event\nJoin us to: \n\nLearn about the BITC Race at Work Charter and its calls to action.\nFind out how our network can help you tackle current challenges and provide the toolkits and factsheets to equip you to prioritise race equality in your workplace.\nFind out practical tips on how to set targets for attraction\, assessment and recruitment using demographic data\, to be a part of the recruitment process and find out the benefits of 2-way mentoring.\nBe motivated to act faster\, braver\, and bolder in making changes in your organisation.\nEngage with representatives from Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) employee networks and HR professionals to learn from each other and share best practice.\n\n\n\nSpeakers\nHear first-hand from Sandra Kerr CBE\, BITC’s Race Director on the research findings and how BITC is empowering employers to accelerate change for ethnically diverse employees. \nOther speakers to be announced shortly. \n\n\nRefreshments\nCanapes and refreshments will be served at the reception. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes for any futher questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/bitc-scotlands-race-at-work-reception/
LOCATION:Deloitte 9 Haymarket Square 3rd Floor Edinburgh EH3 8RY
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SUMMARY:BITC Scotland’s Race Leadership Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join us to drive positive change and cultivate workplaces that celebrate diversity and empower all individuals to thrive.\n\n\nThis is an in-person event. \nAudience\nThis event is open to members of Business in the Community (BITC). The event has been designed to benefit senior leaders. \n\n\nBackground\nThe Race at Work Leadership roundtable aims to shape the future of workplaces across Scotland. Action by employers could boost the UK economy and lead to increased productivity and returns in the workplace. However\, these potential gains are stifled by the barriers faced by ethnically diverse talent in the workplace. \n\n\nAbout the event\nWe are bringing together industry leaders\, policymakers\, and influencers to discuss the critical topic of race at work. We will focus on understanding the impact of the Census data on ethnicity in Scotland\, which is due to be published in May this year\, to help shape the way forward. \nThis roundtable serves as a platform for open dialogue\, knowledge sharing\, and actionable strategies. \nTogether\, we can drive positive change and cultivate workplaces that celebrate diversity and empower all individuals to thrive. \n\n\nSpeakers\nHear first-hand from Sandra Kerr CBE\, BITC’s Race Director on the research findings and how BITC is empowering employers to accelerate change for ethnically diverse employees. \nOther speakers to be announced soon. \n\n\nRefreshments\nA light breakfast will be served at the roundtable. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes for any futher questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/bitc-scotlands-race-leadership-roundtable/
LOCATION:Deloitte\, 9 Haymarket Square 3rd Floor Edinburgh\, EH3 8RY
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SUMMARY:Responsible AI Series: What Does AI Mean to the HR Function?
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn how to unlock the power of responsible AI in HR.\n\n\nThis is an in person event. \nAudience\nThe Responsible Artificial Intelligence(AI) series is only open to members of Business in the Community (BITC). This event has been designed for HR/People/Talent management practitioners/managers and anybody working with AI. \n\n\nBackground\nHR professionals\, managers\, and executives\, play a crucial role in shaping the future of organisations. In our upcoming session titled “Responsible AI Series: What Does AI Mean to the HR Function?\,” we will delve into the transformative role of AI within human resources (HR) and its implications for workplace dynamics\, equality\, equity\, diversity\, inclusion\, and overall employee wellbeing\, topics that are directly relevant to your roles and responsibilities. \n\n\nAbout the event\nExploring AI in HR: We will start by examining the evolving landscape of AI applications within the HR function\, from recruitment and talent management to performance evaluation and employee engagement. We will uncover the potential benefits and challenges associated with integrating AI into HR processes. \nPromoting equality and equity: AI has the potential to revolutionize the HR landscape by minimising biases in decision-making processes. However\, it’s essential to ensure that AI algorithms are developed and deployed responsibly to promote equality and equity in the workplace. We will discuss how we work to mitigate bias in AI algorithms which fosters a more inclusive hiring and promotion process. \nFostering diversity and inclusion: Diversity and inclusion are critical components of a thriving workplace culture. We will explore how AI can be leveraged to promote diversity and inclusion initiatives within HR. By harnessing the power of AI\, HR professionals can create more inclusive environments where every employee feels valued and supported. \nEnhancing workplace wellbeing: Employee well-being is a cornerstone of organisational success. AI technologies can play a significant role in supporting employee wellbeing initiatives. We will discuss how HR can leverage AI to prioritise employee wellbeing and create healthier\, supportive work environments. \nKey takeaways: By the end of the session\, you will not only gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between AI\, the HR function\, equality\, equity\, diversity\, inclusion\, and workplace wellbeing\, but also leave with practical insights and actionable strategies for leveraging AI responsibly to drive positive outcomes for both employees and organisations. This knowledge will equip you to navigate the evolving HR landscape and make informed decisions that benefit your workforce and your organisation. \nJoin us for an engaging discussion as we explore the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of HR and fostering more equitable\, inclusive\, and wellbeing-focused workplaces. Together\, let’s unlock the power of responsible AI in HR! We look forward to your active participation and insightful contributions. \n\nGuest speakers \n\nMike​​​​ Daley\, SCS Global Director of Technology\, PageGroup.\n\n\nAbout the Responsible AI series\nAI is poised to transform work\, with implications for people\, places\, and the planet. Every business will engage with AI\, affecting employee support\, customer interactions\, and value chains. Responsible AI practices can enhance business performance and address societal challenges. Poor practices may perpetuate biases and worsen environmental impacts. \nBITC is embarking on a series of dymanic Responsible Business AI events\, spotlighting the critical challenges and barriers that AI poses if businesses fail to embrace responsible integration\, where leaders and practitioners have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and gather insights from our issue area experts and trailblazing businesses within our network. \n\n\nRefreshments\nTea and coffee will be provided. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Events Coordinator at BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/responsible-ai-series-what-does-ai-mean-to-the-hr-function/
LOCATION:Schroders Investment Management Limited\, 1 London Wall Place\, London Wall\, Barbican\, London EC2Y 5AU
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SUMMARY:Windrush 76th Year: Leaders' Inspiring Progress
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to recognise the contributions of the Windrush Generation as part of the 76th Anniversary.\n\n\nAudience\nOpen to all Business in the Community (BITC) members and non-members. This event is designed for HR and people management managers/practitioners\, diversity and inclusion managers/practitioners and senior managers. \n\n\nBackground\nWindrush Day takes place on 22 June every year\, to tribute the HMT Empire Windrush ship which arrived at Tilbury Docks\, Kent in 1948. It carried people from across the various British Commonwealth Caribbean islands\, who had been invited to work in the UK to help rebuild its infrastructure and provide their expertise\, following the devastating impact of the second world war. This migration was to span 20 years. \n\n\nThe importance of Race Equality\nAt Business in the Community\, we mark this day every year. This is part of our ongoing campaign championing Race Equality in the workplace. \nAction by employers could boost the UK economy and lead to increased productivity and returns in the workplace.* \nHowever\, these potential gains are stifled by the barriers faced by ethnically diverse talent in the workplace. ‘At this rate\, it would take over 50 years to reach proportional representation of Black talent in finance and professional services’. Moreover\, representation figures from 2022 Office of National Statistics UK population data show that the pace of change has slowed: 50 years could become up to 70 years.’** \n\n\nAbout the event\nFollowing on from last year’s successful event\, which marked the 75th-anniversary celebrations\, we spoke to three fantastic women and BITC Race Leadership Team that descended from the Windrush Generation. They are in the top table of key industries in the UK in our Windrush at the Top: The Black Talent Scorecard event. \nThis year’s event will have an all-male panel of senior leaders\, who are in the top table of key industries in the UK. By joining this event you will: \n\nLearn practical tips on increasing the rate of recruitment\, retention\, and progression of talent from diverse ethnic backgrounds at senior levels.\nRecognise the contributions of the Windrush generation\, 76 years on.\nHear the stories of senior leaders\, descended from the Windrush Generation\, who have progressed to the top table of key industries in the UK.\nDiscover the early insights of the ‘Leadership\, employees\, and procurement’ survey\, in collaboration with YouGov\, which promotes diverse and inclusive supply chains.\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nRichard Iferenta\, Partner and Vice-Chair\, KPMG and Chair\, BITC’s Race Equality Leadership Team\nJustin Onuekwusi\, Chief Investment Officer\, St James’s Place (SJP)\, and on BITC’s Race Equality Leadership Team\nRoland Ilube OBE\, SVP Finance – Mobility\, Shell\, and on BITC’s Race Equality Leadership Team\nSandra Kerr CBE\, Race Equality Director\, BITC \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes\, Events Manager at BITC\, for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community \n\n\nReferences\n*Department for Business\, Energy & Industrial Strategy\, (2017) Race in the workplace: The McGregor-Smith Review \n*McKinsey & Company\, (2020) Diversity Wins: How Inclusion Matters \n**Bain & Compant\, (2024) Why We Need to Pick up the Pace of Black Representation in Finance and Professional Services in the UK
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/windrush-76th-year-leaders-inspiring-progress/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Race Equality
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Talent Pipelines with Inclusive Recruitment Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging workshop where we’ll explore the interconnectedness of various factors and discover how inclusive recruitment strategies and meaningful school engagement can not only boost your bottom line but also foster positive change within your community!This event will promote employment and skills and the importance of business playing their part. \n\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nDuring the event\, participants will:  \n\n\n\n\nHear about Business in the Community’s Opening Doors Campaign. \n\n\n\nExplore a new\, free to use\, ‘Employer Standards’ self-assessment tool that provide you with a framework outlining best practice in business education outreach.\n\n\n\nUnderstand how Enterprise Advisers working strategically with schools and colleges are changing the recruitment landscape.\n\n\n\n\nAll these sessions will help your business to become a more inclusive recruiter which can help with your recruitment challenges\, help you to make your school engagement more meaningful and effective and lastly\, we will highlight a great opportunity for your senior leaders to volunteer in schools at a strategic and leadership level\, to help schools develop their careers and employability offer to students. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFind out more about the event on LLEP’s website. \n\n\n\nContact details\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Annette Ettarh\, Events Manager at BITC.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/unlocking-talent-pipelines-with-inclusive-recruitment-action/
LOCATION:MIRA Technology Park MIRA Technology Institute 1 Eastern Avenue Nuneaton Leicestershire CV10 0UX
CATEGORIES:Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240620T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality: Class of 2024
DESCRIPTION:This session will bring together the top 50 listed organisations for The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024.\n\n\nAudience\nThis event is by invitation only for those organisations who were successful in making the The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 listing. \n\n\nThe Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality\nThe Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality is the UK’s most established and in-depth assessment of UK employer efforts to create workplaces where everyone\, regardless of gender\, can thrive. Open to all\, and highly competitive\, applicants share details of their efforts to seize opportunities and address ongoing challenges when it comes to ensuring an inclusive\, equitable working world. Covering topics ranging from support for working parents to pay transparency\, action to address poor workplace behaviour to ensuring an intersectional approach to the agenda; these events will highlight learning from this year’s awards. \n\n\nAbout the event\nJoin us to celebrate the release of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024\, managed and assessed by Business in the Community (BITC). \nThe UK’s most established and in-depth assessment of employer efforts to create workplaces where everyone regardless of gender can thrive\, this event brings together successful list-makers to share best practice\, network and of course – celebrate! \nThe afternoon will start with a panel session ‘Delivering a more equal future – how do we keep momentum’ where delegates will hear from industry leaders on areas of best practice and innovation\, and how this thinking is shaping a future focus on gender equity in the UK. \nAfter a quick toast to celebrate\, there is ample time to network with other list makers as well as members of the BITC Assessment Team who will be able to share further insight into best practice seen in this year’s submissions. \n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes\, Events Manager at BITC\, for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/the-times-top-50-employers-for-gender-equality-class-of-2024/
LOCATION:Norton Rose Fulbright  3 More London Place London SE1 2AQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Launch Webinar - Prioritise People: What Next?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this webinar when we will explore the practical measures and strategies outlined in our latest report.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members and non members. \n\n\nBackground\nIf ‘Prioritise People: Unlock the value of a thriving workforce’ is the business case; ‘Prioritise People: The next step’ is the catalyst. Published last year\, ‘Prioritise People: Unlock the value of a thriving workforce’ highlighted the significant economic impact of unlocking the value of your people\, contributing 6-17% of UK GDP. The feedback received was a call for actionable steps that organisations can take to make these benefits real and tangible. \nTo address this need\, ‘Prioritise People: The next step’ will launch on 25 June. Drawing on research from the McKinsey Health Institute\, BITC has developed a ‘How to’ guide offering practical\, science-based measures for organisations to assess and enhance their health and wellbeing initiatives. This guide is divided into two ‘How to’ sections\, designed to help organisations evaluate their current state and define their future goals. \n\n\nAbout the event\nJoin us for the launch webinar of ‘Prioritise People: The next step\,’ where we will explore the practical measures and strategies outlined in our latest report. Key topics will include: \n\nHow to measure employee health and wellbeing\nSelecting the right KPIs for effective measurement\nSetting up a KPI dashboard\nGuiding principles for implementation\nDeveloping initiatives to improve employee health and wellbeing\n\nOur expert speakers will provide insights on differentiating between outcomes and underlying drivers\, and how to create sustainable change through continuous tracking and iteration. There will also be opportunities for interactive engagement with the audience\, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of how to apply these strategies within your own organisation. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn how to make tangible improvements in your organisation’s health and wellbeing initiatives. Join us to gain practical advice and actionable steps to unlock the full potential of your workforce. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Annette Ettarh\, Events Manager\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/launch-webinar-prioritise-people-what-next/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240626T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Employer Standards: BITC and CEC Webinar 3
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear more about how to increase the impact of your education engagement and increase your talent pipeline.\n\n\nAudience\nThis event is open to both members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC).  \n\n\nAbout the webinar\nThe Careers and Enterprise Company developed the Employer Standards to support businesses to engage in education in an impactful way. This joint event from the CEC and Business in the Community will educate employers on the Standards\, as well as providing insight and information on how your business can get involved and what support you can expect. \nThis is the third in a three-part webinar series\, with each focusing on a different pillar of the Employer Standards. This session will focus on the third pillar: “Collaborate for Success.” \n\n\nGuest Speakers\n\nTBC\n\n\n\nContact Details\n\nFor more information\, contact Cormac Healy\, Social Impact Manager\, Business in the Community (BITC).\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/employer-standards-bitc-and-cec-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240703T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240703T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
CREATED:20240530T113954Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Combatting Bullying and Harassment
DESCRIPTION:Delve deeper into addressing instances of bullying and harassment in the workplace\, through impactful\, action-oriented conversation.\n\n\nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members who have advisory in their membership package. \nOur Peer Learning Forums are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package – hosted by our issue experts\, there are 20 forums a year\, covering a range of responsible business areas and enabling our members to discuss challenges\, solutions and ideas. This particular event targets people managers\, line managers \, senior leaders and those with accountability for driving inclusion and wellbeing. \n\n\nBackground\nBITC’s Race at Work 2021 survey found that there was an increase in the percentage of employees reporting that their employers gave them support and information to call out bullying and harassment in the workplace. There was an increase from 42% in 2018\, reported by employees of all backgrounds across the UK workforce. In 2021\, 50% of White and White British employees said yes to receiving support from their employer\, compared to 46% of Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and ethnically diverse employees saying yes to receiving support from their employer. \nA clear policy on tackling bullying and harassment in the workplace\, wherever it is found\, is essential to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels they are a valued member of the workforce. \nFind out more about Business in the Community’s focus on people \n\n\nAbout the event\nJoin BITC’s second Bullying and Harassment Peer Learning Forum\, a continuation of April’s session. \nThis event will provide members with ample opportunity to co-create innovative solutions\, by using the three-pillar approach of preventing\, surfacing\, and addressing instances of bullying and harassment in the workplace. Through shared insights and interactive discussions\, peers empower each other with practical strategies to apply the three-pillar approach and foster a culture of respect\, dignity\, and support within their organisation. \nIn this Peer Learning Forum (PLF)\, we will explore how businesses can effectively implement a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and harassment in the workplace\, applicable to internal and external stakeholders alike\, with role-modelling and a drive for change from the top. \nParticipants will leave the session with specific\, impactful interventions to transform workplace culture and mitigate the occurrence of any form of bullying and harassment. \nJoin us as we pave the way for positive change and create safer\, more inclusive work environments for all. \nSpeakers:\n\nSandra Kerr CBE\, Race Director\, Business in the Community\nCharlotte Woodworth\, Gender Equality Director\, Business in the Community\n\nAgenda\n10:00 Welcome and introductions \n10:15 The three-pillar approach to bullying and harassment \n10:20 Campaign calls to action from BITC’s Gender and Race Campaign Directors \n10:25 Breakout Session 1: Preventing bullying and harassment instances \n10:40 Breakout Session 2: Surfacing bullying and harassment Instances \n10:55 Breakout Session 3: Addressing bullying and harassment instances \n11:10 Breakout reflections and Q&A \n11:25 Further support from BITC & close \n\n\nBooking and contact details\n\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\nFor more information\, contact Jessica Hart\, Events Coordinator at BITC.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-combatting-bullying-and-harassment-continued/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240703T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240703T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-07-03/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240709T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Business in the Community’s 2024 Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to the Business in the Community (BITC) 2024 Leadership Summit and the launch of the Lifting up Britain: State of the Nation Report on Responsible Business. \n\n\nThis is an in-person event. \nAudience\nThe Leadership Summit is by invitation only. \n\n\nBackground\nIn today’s challenging and turbulent environment\, there is a real need to lift up everyone across society to create hope and opportunity for the future. However\, the pressure to balance profit with purpose is increasingly being tested. It is therefore more important than ever to work together to develop new approaches and solutions to the challenges facing the world today. This context provides the basis for BITC’s inaugural Leadership Summit\, which will convene CEOs from the UK’s leading businesses and see the launch of the ‘Lifting up Britain: State of the Nation Report on Responsible Business’. \nDrawing on quantitative research and interviews\, the ‘Lifting Up Britain’ report will detail the thoughts from leaders of Britain’s largest businesses as they reflect on what has been done and what is still needed to change the world around us. \nThis will include: \n\nTheir responsible business priorities and the actions they are taking to accelerate change​.\nHow they are seeking to balance business objectives and social purpose​​.\nThe barriers that are preventing faster responsible business action​​.\nKey motivations and drivers for responsible business action.\n\n  \n\n\nAbout the event\nThe Leadership Summit will inspire\, equip and accelerate collective action to lift up Britain through:​ \n\nAccelerating the responsible business movement by identifying critical priorities\, motivations and barriers to action.​\nCreating calls to action for business leaders to collectively lift up the UK\, by leading together\, making their businesses more responsible\, tackling inequality\, transforming lives and helping the planet and communities thrive​.\nIdentifying new opportunities to drive collective action with businesses\, communities and government on key issues​.\nInspiring further action through impact stories\, peer learning and pathways for more impactful engagement​.\n\n  \nFollowing the wonderful news from His Majesty The King\, that he will continue as our Royal Founding Patron\, we very much hope you are able to join us to celebrate on the evening. \n\n\nRefreshments\nThere will be a drinks reception. Please let us know any dietary requirements when you register. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact the Events team for any futher questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/business-in-the-communitys-2024-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:EC4N London
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240716T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Opening Doors Forum: Beyond Ban the Box
DESCRIPTION:Join peers to share your challenges\, learnings\, experiences and best practice on inclusive recruitment.\n\n\nThis is a virtual event. \nAudience\nOpen to both members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC). This event would be of interest to anyone who is willing to give people with convictions a fair chance to secure good work. \n\n\nBackground\nCreating meaningful employment is one of the most significant ways that businesses can contribute to the livelihoods of individuals and communities\, and is\, for many the only sustainable route out of poverty. \nOffering quality work experience\, adopting inclusive approaches to recruitment\, and breaking down barriers to entering work for people from disadvantaged groups can benefit businesses by helping them tackle skills shortages\, build new talent pipelines\, boost retention rates and achieve higher productivity. \nBITC is calling on employers to commit to making their jobs more accessible to diverse talent by committing to take action through our Opening Doors inclusive recruitment campaign. \n\n\nAbout the event\nJoin the next webinar in our Opening Doors series\, which will focus on how employers can support people with convictions into work. Hot on the heels of the launch of the Fair Chance Charter\, which requires signatories to commit to Ban the Box in order to reach Gold standard. We will be co-hosting the event with the Fair Chance Business Alliance to understand what some of the stumbling blocks are for employers when it comes to recruiting people with experience of the criminal justice system\, and – crucially – how they can overcome them. \n\nJoin to: \n\nHear directly from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system about the difference employment has made to their lives.\nLearn from leading businesses about how they’ve benefitted from opening their doors to ex-offenders.\nExchange ideas with your peers about how you make inclusive recruitment work for your business.\n\nUnderstand how employers are benefitting from intentional inclusion through the UKs first Employment Charter for recruiting and progressing people with criminal reco \n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/opening-doors-forum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Employment and Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:New Member Induction- July
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn how to maximise the value of your membership with Business in the Community (BITC).\n\n\nThis is a virtual event. \nAudience\nThis event is open to new members of Business in the Community (BITC) or new contacts from existing BITC members in larger companies. \n\n\nAbout the event\nThe New Member Induction is an opportunity for new members and contacts to understand how to maximise the value of their membership with BITC. \nIt will highlight the key elements and opportunities of BITC membership\, and explain our purpose and mission. \nDelegates will hear from an existing member about how BITC has added value to their organisation\, and will be able to discuss in smaller groups the current responsible business challenges they are facing. \nThis induction is aimed at larger companies within our membership. If you are unsure whether this\, or our smaller members induction\, would be more appropriate for your organisation\, please talk to your Relationship Manager. \n\n\nEvent details\nThis event will induct new members\, and new contacts from current member companies\, to BITC. \nAttend for: \n\nInspiration: Be inspired to take more action on responsible business with BITC.\nOrientation: Have a clear understanding of what BITC does and how to make the most of it in alignment with the Responsible Business Map.\nNetworking: Meet other contacts within the community who you can work alongside in your responsible business journey.\nAction: Identify the greatest opportunities for greater engagement.\n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Annette Ettarh\, Events Manager at BITC for further information.\n\n\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/new-member-induction-july/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-07-18/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
CREATED:20240808T084908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T090207Z
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SUMMARY:Business Response Forum: Civil Unrest in Communities
DESCRIPTION:BITC will be holding an online forum for members in response to the disorder we have seen erupt in some of our local communities.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nThis event is open to Business in the Community (BITC) members. \n\n\nAbout the event\nIn response to member’s recent enquiries\, BITC will be holding an hour long online forum for members in response to the disorder we have seen erupt in some of our local communities. \nThe forum will offer members the opportunity to hear from each other about the immediate actions that have been taken within business\, and in the local community\, as well as thoughts for longer term. The forum will be attended by experts from BITC’s place\, inclusion and advisory teams who will share their knowledge and be able to signpost to further advice. \nWe will agree during this meeting whether we should reconvene or build in additional forums in the weeks ahead. \n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Annette.Ettarh@bitc.org.uk\, Event Manager\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/business-response-forum-civil-unrest-in-communities/
LOCATION:Online webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
CREATED:20240530T152842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T083323Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Driving Impact with Financial Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore how fostering financial literacy can drive social change and economic empowerment.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members who have advisory in their membership package. Our Peer Learning Forums (PLF) are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package – hosted by our issue experts\, there are 20 forums a year\, covering a range of responsible business areas and enabling our members to discuss challenges\, solutions and ideas. \n\n\nBackground\nBITC Social Impact Advisory supports companies through understanding the leading practice principles of social impact\, co-designing solutions with their communities\, and leading to sustainable impact within society and business. ​Our thoughtful\, needs-led approach enables us to deliver outputs and recommendations that are evidence-based and that help organisations understand what leading practice is\, and what action they can take to achieve that. \nIs your business doing enough to foster financial literacy? \nIn the UK\, a staggering 39% of working-age individuals lack confidence in managing their money\, and 11.5 million people have less than £100 in savings*. Despite financial education being added to the national curriculum in 2014\, a 2021 survey by The Centre for Social Justice revealed that less than half of secondary schools are delivering the comprehensive financial education students deserve*. \n* Key statistics on UK financial wellbeing\, numeracy and – FinCap \n*centreforsocialjustice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/CSJ-The_financial_education_initiative.pdf \n\nAbout the event \n\nJoin us for an enlightening session with BITC and fellow members to explore how prioritising financial literacy can drive positive social change and economic empowerment. \nIn this PLF\, we will explore practical strategies for enhancing financial education and creating a lasting impact on our communities. You will also have the opportunity to enter a discussion with other organisations to collectively identify the most effective ways to achieve financial literacy and social impact. \nGuest speakers\n\nInderjit Singh\, Sustainability Adviser\, HMRC Communications\nImogen Graham\, Charity Grants Manager\, Leeds Building Society\n\n\nBooking details and contact for further information \n\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Event Coordinator\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-driving-impact-with-financial-literacy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Responsible Business and Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T151359Z
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SUMMARY:BITC Scotland Summer Drinks & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for summer drinks and networking. Celebrate and connect with leaders driving responsible business across Scotland.\n\n\nThis is an in person event. \nAudience\nThis event is open only to Business in the Community (BITC) members and is tailored for C-suite/senior leaders. \n\n\nBackground\nWe are delighted to invite you to join our Leadership Board\, Place Steering Group and Social Mobility Group members and other senior leaders from our members network. \nThe aim of the event is to thank our community of leaders for their time and contribution to driving responsible business across Scotland. \n\n\nEvent highlights\n\nConnect and network senior leaders dedicated to driving forward Responsible Business practices.\nGain insights and inspiration from our speakers (names to be announced soon).\nCelebrate our collective impact and shared successes.\nReflect on our achievements and explore how you can benefit from future BITC initiatives/events.\nSeize opportunities for enhanced collaboration and innovation.\n\nRefreshments \n\n\nDrinks and nibbles will be provided. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\nContact Evelyn Rorie\, for any further questions. \nFurther details and full joining instructions will be sent before the event. \nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/bitc-scotland-summer-drinks-networking/
LOCATION:PwC\, 144 Morrison Street\, Edinburgh EH3 8EB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214428
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Integrating Wellbeing into DE&I
DESCRIPTION:Understanding your employees’ unique and different wellbeing needs is a key first step in synchronising DEI and Wellbeing.\n \nThis is an online event.\n\n\nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members who have advisory in their membership package. Our Peer Learning Forums (PLF) are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package – hosted by our issue experts\, there are 20 forums a year\, covering a range of responsible business areas and enabling our members to discuss challenges\, solutions and ideas. This event\, in particular\, targets people managers\, line managers\, senior leaders\, HR professionals and those with accountability for driving diversity\, equity\, inclusion and wellbeing within the workplace. \n\n\nAbout the event\nThis peer learning forum will bring together People practitioners to explore working synergies\, examining how wellbeing can be integrated with DEI and into HR strategies\, so it works for everyone\, and organisations are better able to support their workforces to succeed. \nThrough a combination of real-life examples from BITC member organisations that have successfully integrated DEI and Wellbeing and breakout room conversations\, the event will explore questions such as what works\, what barriers exist\, how these can be overcome\, and\, crucially\, how organisations can create strategies to support their objectives whilst meeting employee requirements. \nParticipants will leave the session equipped with practical insights and tangible action to develop a comprehensive and integrated approach to prioritising their people. \nAgenda\n10:30am – Welcome and Introduction \n10:45am – Guest Speaker Slot \n11:00am – Q&A \n10:10am – Breakout Group Discussion: on opportunities and challenges of integrating wellbeing into diversity\, equity and inclusion for People professionals. \n11:30am – Breakout Reflections \n11:50am – BITC Further Support and Close \nSpeakers\nAsha Boyce\, Wellbeing Manager\, Costain \nKate Hinder\, Wellbeing Lead\, Business in the Community \nMarwan Patrick\, Wellbeing Issue Lead\, Business in the Community \n\n\nBackground\n“DEI and wellbeing are a ‘junction where belonging\, health\, happiness\, and productivity live’…the key is to understand how they intersect ” and therefore\, how HR\, DEI & Wellbeing Leads and/or teams can work collaboratively to synchronise what their organisation is doing to support employees with different needs and lived experiences. Here at BITC we often have key contacts within member organisations who lead on these areas\, but often have conflicting priorities and work in silos. We intend to use this peer learning forum to convene practitioners to discuss integration and synergies between wellbeing and DEI with the aim of highlighting best practice from experts. Please read our latest wellbeing report with additional context. \n Talent Culture (2022) The Critical Intersection Between DEI and Mental Health \nBITC (2024) Prioritising People: The Next Step \n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes\, Events Manager\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-integrating-wellbeing-into-dei/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214429
CREATED:20240419T143554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T142030Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214429
CREATED:20240704T103250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T104047Z
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SUMMARY:Race at Work Charter Surgery September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join this event to learn more about the early insights from the recent Race at Work Charter survey.\n\n\nAudience\nThis event is open to members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC). We also encourage those who are attending the ‘Executive Sponsors and Network Chairs’ Event on 21 March to attend this surgery. \n\n\nBackground\nThe monthly Race at Work Charter surgeries are an opportunity for attendees to speak directly with Sandra Kerr CBE\, Race Equality Director\, BITC and ask any questions about the Charter\, the survey\, or race offerings at BITC. \nThese surgeries benefit anyone wishing to sign or build on their organisations commitment to the Race at Work Charter. \n\n\nAbout the webinar\nThis surgery will offer attendees a chance for discussion around the Race at Work Charter survey paper one – leadership and executive sponsors for race and impactful employee network chairs within organisations. \nThis webinar will provide employers with a space to ask questions about the feedback available from the Race at Work Charter 2023 survey and what the commitment to action is that we ask of employers who have signed the Charter. There is also an opportunity to look at what insights are in the pipeline. \n\n\nAbout the Race at Work Charter\nThe Race at Work Charter is seven calls to action to ensure that ethnically diverse employees are represented at all levels in an organisation. The actions include: \n\nAppoint an Executive Sponsor for race.\nCapture ethnicity data and publicise progress.\nCommit at board level to zero tolerance of harassment and bullying.\nMake clear that supporting equality in the workplace is the responsibility of all leaders and managers.\nTake action that supports Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse people’s career progression.\nSupport race inclusion allies in the workplace.\nInclude Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse-led enterprise owners in supply chains.\n\nLearn more about BITC’s Race at Work Charter. \n\n\nBusiness in the Community’s work on race equality\nBITC is working to ensure all employees feel they belong\, have a voice\, are valued and can be their true selves. \nFor over 27 years\, BITC has been campaigning and helping organisations to ensure Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse employees are represented at all levels. \nAll organisations want to recruit from the widest talent pool and help successful applicants progress. It is key to future productivity and performance. Black\, Asian\, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse staff still encounter significant disparities in employment and progression*. The government-sponsored Race in the workplace: The McGregor-Smith Review found that greater progress and positive outcomes are needed to ensure all organisations benefit from the wealth of diverse talent and tap into the potential economic boost of £24bn annually by tackling racial disparities in the workplace and labour market The findings led BITC to create the Race at Work Charter\, with 85 founding signatory organisations committed to improving equality of opportunity in the workplace. \nFind out more about BITC’s work on race equality. \n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Events Coordinator at BITC for more information.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\nReferences\n*Business in the Community (2021) Race at Work 2021 Scorecard Report
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/race-at-work-charter-surgery-september-2024/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214429
CREATED:20240621T110005Z
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SUMMARY:The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality: Insights
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn insights from The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024\n\n\nThis is a virtual event. \nAudience\nThis event is open to members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC). It will be of interest to applicants of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality\, and diversity and inclusion practitioners/managers\, HR/People/Talent management practitioners/managers\, Heads of Diversity and inclusion and Heads of HR/People/Talent management. \n\n\nBackground\nThe Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality is the UK’s most highly profiled and well-established listing of employers striving for gender equality in the workplace. \nIt aims to recognise employers who embed gender equality across all levels of their organisations and actively take steps to address inequalities caused by current events\, such as the challenging economic environment and shifting attitudes towards equality in the workplace. \nSince 2019\, BITC has published The Times Top 50 Employers for Women Insights Report – alongside an insights and learning event – to continue to drive positive change and progress by sharing best practice from applicant organisations and highlight areas in need of further development. \nBITC’s gender equality campaign exists to accelerate progress towards a truly equal working world\, where someone’s gender doesn’t determine their chance of fair pay\, equal influence\, or shape how included and safe they are at work. \nFind out more about how we ensure everyone achieves their full potential at work. \n\n\nAbout the event\nThis event will: \n\nReveal the areas in which organisations are meeting their gender equality ambitions.\n\n\nUncover where progress has slowed\, and the action that needs to be taken to overcome this.\n\n\nProvide best practice approaches and case studies from The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality\n\nGuest speakers \n\nVicky Gallagher Brown\, HR Partner at Deloitte\nHelen Hodgkinson\, Chief People Officer\, TLT\nRick Lee\, Chief People Officer at Willmott Dixon\nToib Olomowewe\, Head of Employee Relations and Industrial Relations at Shell\nCharlotte Woodworth\, Gender Equality Director\, Business in the Community\n\n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Florence Hughes\, Events Manager\, for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/the-times-top-50-employers-for-gender-equality-insights-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214429
CREATED:20240718T112132Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Regulations or Responsible Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore how responsible businesses stay ahead of regulations and thrive with purpose.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members who have advisory in their membership package. Our Peer Learning Forums (PLF) are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package – hosted by our issue experts\, there are 20 forums a year\, covering a range of responsible business areas and enabling our members to discuss challenges\, solutions and ideas. \nAgenda \n10:00- Welcome and Introduction \n10.15- What do we mean by Responsible Business? \n10.25- What part has regulation played in Responsible Business to date? \n10.35- What regulation do we need to consider going forward? \n10.45- Breakout discussions \n11.10- Feedback and Group Discussion \n11.30- Close \n\n\nBackground\nCSR\, Sustainability\, ESG\, Responsible Business – it doesn’t matter what you call it. At BITC we talk about ‘Responsible Business’ because we’re talking about a core business approach\, not an add-on. Businesses with a purpose and a responsible business ethos\, have long considered the changing global context and considered how they can continue to thrive and survive into the future. Taking care of the environment and your community\, has always been a must for business survival\, but responsible businesses have really been investing to ensure success all round. Interface has been working towards net zero since 1994\, the Co-op has been investing in Fair Trade for over 30 years and Mott Macdonald has been employee owned since the 1980s. These are responsible businesses\, and no doubt they were considered mad by many when they began their endeavours. \nRegulation and legislation have always played a role in encouraging businesses to be more responsible. Worker’s rights\, anti-discrimination\, pollution and health & safety have all been legislated for and regulated to ensure better work environments. Net Zero legislation\, gender pay gap reporting – these again forced companies to take strides in addressing serious societal issues. We also now have the TCFD\, CSRD\, ISSB\, SDS…no this isn’t acronym bingo\, it’s a flurry of regulation that requires businesses to think more about the environment and society that they work within. \nAbout the event\nSo\, with regulation and legislation related to responsible business on the rise\, how do businesses respond and make sure that they continue to be ahead of the responsible game\, rather than just compliant? Join us at this peer learning forum for BITC member companies to discuss this and more. \n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Event Coordinator\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-regulations-or-responsible-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Responsible Business and Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214429
CREATED:20240419T143554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T142030Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Care Together - Programme Introduction (for Employers)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for employers and wellbeing leads to introduce our new virtual befriending initiative to support carer’s wellbeing. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event open to employers\, wellbeing leads and employee carer networks. \n\n\n\nBackground \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) and leading healthcare provider Simplyhealth\, have come together to co-create the Let’s Care Together programme. \n\n\n\nResearch shows that unpaid carers have worse wellbeing outcomes than non-carers\, and are likely to be time-poor due to their caring responsibilities*. The programme aims to support carers by streamlining access to resources and providing practical support across the four pillars of wellbeing: Physical\, Mental\, Social and Financial. This support will include helping people with caring responsibilities to connect with friends and family\, community groups and wider support\, find wellbeing information and gain financial confidence. \n\n\n\nOur volunteer befrienders will work on a one-to-one basis with each carer on one or all of the following\, depending on their preference: ​ \n\n\n\n\nIncreasing connection to their local community\, improving overall social wellbeing and reducing any feelings of isolation. ​\n\n\n\nSupporting financial independence and knowledge of financial tools/support available.​\n\n\n\nAccess to practical support and tools for their physical wellbeing. ​\n\n\n\nBeing a regular listening ear and friendly face to offer support and guidance.​\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn how our Let’s Care Together programme can support unpaid carers (over 18) with their wellbeing\, through pairing them with an online befriender. \n\n\n\nJoin this session to learn more about how your beneficiaries\, or colleagues with caring responsibilities could benefit from the programme. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nUsha Manojkanth – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nSimon Walters – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nMichelle Brannen – BITC Programme Manager \n\n\n\nBooking\, contact details and further information\n\n\n\n\nEmail care@bitc.org.uk\, for any further questions.\n\n\n\nThe session will take place on Teams.\n\n\n\nJoining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\n\n\n\nAbout Business in the Community \n\n\n\nBusiness in the Community is the largest and longest-established movement dedicated to responsible business in the UK\, formed in 1982 and with HM The King as our Royal Founding Patron. Together with our network of businesses we are leading the UK to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work. \n\n\n\n*Carers UK 2022 – Unpaid carers continue to suffer poorer health- with some groups adversely affected.
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/lets-care-together-programme-introduction-for-employers-3/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:Online webinar
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Peer Learning Forum: Reducing Pension Funds' Emissions Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the impact of pensions on emissions and discover strategies for engaging employees in reducing their carbon footprint.\n\n\nThis is an online event. \nAudience\nBusiness in the Community (BITC) members who have advisory in their membership package. Our Peer Learning Forums (PLF) are now open to all members who have advisory in their membership package – hosted by our issue experts\, there are 20 forums a year\, covering a range of responsible business areas and enabling our members to discuss challenges\, solutions and ideas. \n\n\nAbout the event\nAlthough pensions are included as part of the Greenhouse Gas Protocols list of Scope 3 emissions categories\, there is largely inconsistent reporting from most businesses. However\, at a time when businesses are starting to encourage sustainable behaviours at work but research has already shown that “greening your pension” is 21 times more effective at reducing one’s personal carbon footprint than giving up flying\, becoming a vegetarian and changing an energy provider combined\, isn’t it time businesses address the issue? \nIn this Peer Learning Forum you will hear from guest speakers about: \n– The impact of pensions \n– Pensions activism vs exiting fossil fuels \n– What other companies have done to engage staff and pension providers \nYou will leave the session with:\n\nAn understanding of the impact that pensions have on emissions\nClarity on how to have these conversations with employees\nKnowledge of how to measure and report pensions related to emissions (in line with GHG Protocol)\n\n\n\nBooking and contact details and further information\n\nContact Jessica Hart\, Event Coordinator\, BITC for any further questions.\nFull joining instructions will be sent before the event.\n\nFind out how your organisation can become a member of Business in the Community
URL:https://www.bitc.org.uk/event/peer-learning-forum-reducing-pension-funds-emissions-impact/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Environment
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