Key topic areas covered include: Health & Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion, and Workforce & Leadership.
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Enabling a Workplace Culture of True Disability Inclusion
Esi Hardy, Managing Director of Celebrating Disability, shared valuable insights on promoting disability inclusion in the workplace during a recent talk at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024. Hardy emphasised the importance of lived experience in leading and delivering services in her organisation.
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Developing a Technical Education System that Helps Fill Skill Gaps
20% of all apprenticeship starts are in technical fields highlights their critical role in sustaining and advancing the UK’s economic growth. We welcomed Sam Callear, Deputy Director of Policy at the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education, to our Apprenticeships Conference 2024, where he provided insights into the crucial work undertaken by this non-departmental public body.
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AI in Recruitment: Current Trends, Efficiency and Future Prospects
48% of UK recruitment agencies have adopted some form of AI technology. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of numerous industries, including recruitment. The recruitment process, historically reliant on human judgement and manual procedures, is experiencing a profound transformation due to AI advancements.
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The Power of Staff Networks in HR
In a recent talk, Cherron Inko-Tariah MBE, CEO at The Power of Staff Networks explored the significance and influence of staff networks within organisations at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024.
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EU AI Act Article 10: New Implications for HR Managers
The HR recruitment market has been revolutionised by AI technologies, enhancing efficiency and candidate-job matching. However, issues such as algorithmic bias and transparency have raised concerns, leading to regulatory interventions like the EU AI Act. According to a report by PwC, 38% of organisations are already using AI in their HR functions, with an additional 62% expected to follow suit in the next few years
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Navigating the Gig Economy: A Guide for HR Professionals
The gig economy, characterised by temporary, flexible jobs often involving freelance or short-term work as opposed to permanent, full-time employment, has been a transformative force in the labour market over the past decade. 4.7 million people were engaged in gig work in 2020, a figure that has likely increased due to changing work preferences.
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Understanding Race at Work and Overcoming Barriers to Progression
Sandra Kerr CBE, an industry expert with over 20 years of experience at Business in the Community, recently discussed race and progression issues at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024. She highlighted the importance of sharing evidence and practical solutions to overcome these barriers.
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6 Key Strategies: Progressing EDI in the UK Police Force
As of March 31, 2023, 12,000 police officers (8%) identified as belonging to a minority ethnic group, a figure that has grown annually since 2010. This is still much lower than the 18.3% of the general population in England and Wales from minority ethnic groups. While strides have been taken, there's still much work ahead to address systemic barriers and create a force that mirrors and serves the diverse populace it protects.
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Addressing Ongoing Workplace Challenges for Women at Deloitte
We invited Emma Cod, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Deloitte to our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024, where she shared crucial data regarding women's experiences in the workplace. This data is derived from the Deloitte Women at Work Report, which surveys 5,000 women across ten countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, South Africa, the UK, and the US.
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Future of Apprenticeships in the UK: CMI’s Analysis
With 73% of organisations facing skills shortages in 2023, the impact on business quality and public services is profound. We were pleased to welcome Anthony Painter, Director of Policy and External Affairs, at Chartered Management Institute (CMI), to our Apprenticeships Conference 2024.
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Gender Equality: Foundations for Female Leadership Progression
Foundations for female leadership must be developed to stabilise this disparity and pave the way for inspirational leaders. We invited Penny Horner-Long, Director, Head of Government Grants Management Function and Chair of Staff Board at the Cabinet Office, to speak about this topic at our Women in Public Sector Leadership Conference 2023.
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