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Are you an employer in the Liverpool City area? Are you struggling to attract and retain Black, Asian and Minorised Ethnic talent? If so, there's still time to register to attend this Thursday's Roundtable discussion, looking at tackling under-representation and understanding the barriers in employment across Liverpool. I'm so proud of the partnership that Hays and FAIRER Consulting have with the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub to tackle barriers to employment for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic residents across the six boroughs of the city region. As part of our partnership work, we are looking to understand and explore some of the barriers to employment and opportunities for Liverpool's Black, Asian and Minorised Ethnic residents and would like to invite you to be part of a roundtable discussion to explore ways of tackling systemic and situational under-representation across the city. During this interactive session we’re keen to explore, in partnership with public, private and 3rd sector employers across the region, pathways into the workplace as well as understand some of the barriers to the recruitment and retention of the very best talent from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Community members. This in-person roundtable session will provide practical tips on developing Positive Action programmes through partnership opportunities as well as the opportunity to share best practice and learn from colleagues from other public, private and 3rd sector organisations. We will ultimately explore how organisations can navigate the growing complexity of attracting, recruiting and retaining individuals from Black, Asian or Minorised Ethnic communities across Liverpool. Attendance is free but limited to employers in Liverpool City Region. Spaces are now limited so if you’d like to be part of the conversation, please do DM me for more information or email me at 👇 barry.boffy@hays.com Lunch will be provided on arrival at 12:00hrs #Race #Ethnicity #Employment #Attraction #Recruitment #Retention #TacklingUnderrepresentation #WorkforceUnderrepresentation #Minoritised #AccessToEmployment #Roundtable #RoundtableDiscussion

📢 700 More People in Jobs! Over the past year, our Wolves At Work programme has assisted 700 individuals in securing employment. What’s Wolves at Work All About? - One-on-one support for job seekers and career climbers of all ages. - Dedicated work coaches assist with CVs, job applications, interview prep, training advice and more. - Partnerships with city employers bringing hundreds of local job opportunities. Councillor Chris Burden, Education, Skills, and Work Cabinet Member, emphasises how the programme has opened doors to a wide range of opportunities. "Over the last 12 months hundreds more people have been helped into jobs with city employers, from construction to childcare, education to engineering".   The free Wolves at Work service, led by the council and backed by city partners, is available for those without any work experience through to highly skilled professionals. Employers can advertise their vacancies for free on Wolves Workbox, an online skills and employment website dedicated to the City of Wolverhampton. In the last 12 months 196 employers have advertised vacancies on the Wolves Workbox website. Employers interested in doing this can visit www.wolvesworkbox.com or email recruitment@wolverhampton.gov.uk.   🔗 Learn more about Wolves at Work https://lnkd.in/egymFPxX #WolvesAtWork #WolverhamptonJobs #investwolves

Personally, I failed to engage with the careers support available in my school. They did the best they could with the resources they had, but most of my careers conversations were delivered by teachers who had no experience of the industries they were discussing, and sessions typically included scrolling websites or completing activity sheets. As a kinaesthetic / auditory learner, this was my worst nightmare. I zoned out, smiled politely and got through the lesson as quickly as possible - leaving with zero knowledge of the career path I wanted to take. Despite this, my teachers were approachable and generous with their time, so when I did finally have an idea about what I was interested in, they were able to help me make an appropriate plan. But for students lacking in confidence and perhaps facing additional challenges in school and at home - I know this wasn’t the case. During my time working for Aimhigher (a national, government funded initiative to provide inspirational careers advice and guidance to young people from low-socio economic backgrounds) I saw the difference this work made. I saw students who appeared to be disruptive, disengaged (and no doubt expecting to be bored to tears) come to life, get involved in challenges and leave with a positive and wider view of the world (not bad for a 60-minute workshop!). Connexions was also available at that time, a face-to-face service, providing careers advice in schools and colleges, and local drop-in centres. This meant students could access services easily and knew where to go to get support (the drop-in centres meant that parents could also access information for their children). Whilst the overall impact of these services probably varied across the UK (local authorities had responsibility of how the budgets were managed) the biggest benefit was that all students had access to the same support, regardless of their school’s budget. Teachers were able to focus on teaching as careers support was fully funded and outsourced, and there was greater awareness about where to access help. So whilst there is lots of great work being done throughout the UK (The Careers & Enterprise Company, a government funded organisation focussed on supporting and linking schools with employers via the Gatsby Benchmark, is one to note, as well as many other local authority/ charitable initiatives) schools are still having to do most of the leg work, with next to zero budgets. Another reason why employer support is of the utmost value, in helping guide and support our future generations. It’s great to see West Yorkshire focussing on this important issue - if you’re located in the region, here’s an opportunity to share feedback on the careers advice you received at school / college (open to all ages). You never know, it might just help secure the funding that in my opinion, is so desperately needed! #careerssupport #westyorkshire

Employers all over Essex are realising the benefits of offering work opportunities to candidates with learning disabilities, so why not join them? At ECL, we're always looking to partner with inclusive employers. If you're hiring in the Essex area, you might be interested to know that: - We do not charge a fee for referring candidates to job roles at your organisation - To date, we have supported over 380 candidates into paid employment - We can match our candidates to your job roles, support throughout the interview process and induction period, and provide on-the-job coaching and mentoring at no cost to the employer What can be more rewarding than giving someone an opportunity they deserve and empowering them to be more independent? If you’d like to discuss the above in further detail, please let me know. 07979237412  bobby.wise@essexcares.org #diversityandinclusion #diversity #disabilityconfident #essexjobs #inclusiveemployment

Michael was progressing in his career in public policy, in Canberra. As an autistic person in a neurotypical workplace, he realised he needed more support. His DES consultant Sam from CoAct / BUSY Ability was there to help, working with him for two years and guiding him in his work journey. This is a story about how the right support before and once in work, can make a positive difference and drive sustainable, meaningful employment. It shows that with the right support and education, employers can have a thriving diverse workforce with genuine inclusion. Read more about Michael’s story, and how the right support helped him to thrive: https://ow.ly/n2s050SabVW [Image description: White text on a teal background that reads: “It was huge to have Sam’s support. Knowing I’ve got somebody there, someone I can go to, even to share my positives when things are going well. It’s not just all about the difficult times.” Underneath the quote is text on a white background with yellow and orange swirls that reads: Michael, CoAct Employment/BUSY Ability Belconnen.] #CoActEmployment #BusyAbility #DisabilityEmploymentServices #NotForProfit #CustomerCentric #StrongWorkforce

Employers all over Essex are realising the benefits of offering work opportunities to candidates with learning disabilities, so why not join them? At ECL, we're always looking to partner with inclusive employers. If you're hiring in the Essex area, you might be interested to know that: - We do not charge a fee for referring candidates to job roles at your organisation - To date, we have supported over 380 candidates into paid employment - We can match our candidates to your job roles, support throughout the interview process and induction period, and provide on-the-job coaching and mentoring at no cost to the employer What can be more rewarding than giving someone an opportunity they deserve and empowering them to be more independent? If you’d like to discuss the above in further detail, please let me know 07796712118 Jenny.price@essexcares.org #diversityandinclusion #diversity #disabilityconfident #essexjobs #inclusiveemployment

Nearly every job application in America now asks for RACE and SEXUALITY, which should not be hiring criteria. Finally, thanks to a Supreme Court ruling in 2023 regarding college admissions; companies hiring policies will soon be changing amid national DIVERSITY FATIGUE (to quote the Seattle Times). Diversity Illegality, Safety & Hypocrisy - Excellence Over Ethnicity & Sexuality https://lnkd.in/g43pmw-Q #college #university #business #success #hiring #employment #law #usa #america #florida #california #iowa #oklahoma #texas #leadership #wellness #community #people #wellbeing #experience #happiness #happy #love #life #teamwork #freedom #working #competition #opportunity #culture #hiring #linkedin #HR #seattle #work #jobs #diversity #diversityfatigue #truth #ethnicity #equality #affirmativeaction #hiringquotas #humanresources #hrmanagement #hrmanager #hrm #humanresourcesmanagement #humanresourcesconsulting #humanresourcesjobs #race #racist #racism #multiculturalism #tolerance #inclusion #supremecourt #justice #american #employees

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Let's challenge these barriers together! At Inroads to Opportunities, we stand committed to shattering the stigmas surrounding employment for the individuals we support. According to the World Health Organization, barriers limit functioning and create disability. We're here to dismantle those barriers and pave the way for equal opportunities. How do we do it? By building strong relationships with both employers and workers. We ensure that the employment experience is productive and rewarding for all parties involved. For those who need ongoing support, our long-term follow-up services are available. Inroads is here throughout the longevity of your career, assisting with challenges like adapting to a new supervisor, receiving performance feedback, navigating changes in work demands, managing scheduling and transportation, and addressing life events and expectations. Learn more about our programs and services: https://lnkd.in/euah3MqE #InroadsToOpportunities #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveEmployment #EmpowerAbility #EqualOpportunity #WorkplaceInclusion

Do you support people with intellectual disabilities or on the autism spectrum in their career paths? Helping people find work is crucial. But career advancement is the important next step, offering opportunities for professional development and personal growth. Employment support professionals play a key role in helping people achieve their career goals. And this includes advancing in their careers. Our latest resource, “Enhancing Career Advancement: A Collaborative Approach”, proudly developed with the Canadian Association For Supported Employment/ Association canadienne de soutien à l'emploi, provides valuable advice and context, from the professional community, to help practitioners as they walk with people through their employment journey. Check out our resource now and make a meaningful impact: https://lnkd.in/gExftrAv –  Ready, Willing and Able | Prêts, disponibles et capables is a national initiative of Autism Alliance of Canada | Alliance canadienne de l'autisme & Inclusion Canada. #EmploymentSuccess #RWA #RWAWorks #InclusiveLeadership #Canada #Disability #DisabilityInclusion #Employment #TheInclusiveWorkplace