Obesity in the UK has arguably reached ‘epidemic proportions’, according to the Institute of Employment Studies (IES). The report outlines a clear correlation between stigma and obesity discrimination in the employment sector. It’s a common belief that some employers regard obesity as a something that’s controllable. Meaning, through their own behaviour, people are inflicting a state … Continue reading Obesity Discrimination in the Recruitment Process
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Evenbreak employer PageGroup polled 1,000 business leaders to try and understand the perceived barriers they face when employing disabled people. The results show an astounding level of ignorance, and a major cause of the long-standing employment gap of 30% between non-disabled people in work (approx. 80%) and disabled people in work (approx. 50%). Their research highlighted the … Continue reading Is employer ignorance the biggest barrier to disability equality in the workplace?
At Inmarsat we believe that diversity fosters creativity and accelerates innovation, and we want every person who joins us to realise their full potential. Why is it important to your company to employ disabled people? We know diversity brings positive difference and breeds an environment where everybody can flourish to realise their full potential together. … Continue reading Inclusion at Inmarsat
Evenbreak employer Reach report on the external commitments they've made to inclusion so far. What: Three commitments we’ve made or pledges our leaders have signed, giving us a clear picture of what success looks like, and giving us external support and guidance along the way while also keeping us publicly accountable: ● The Valuable 500 … Continue reading Reach – Public Inclusion Commitments
If you are considering joining us at Naidex this year, here are some reassuring words about the safety measures that will be in place. As restrictions ease, face-to-face events are returning and the eagerly-anticipated Naidex is one of the first up on the list. Naidex welcomes everyone living with a disability or impairment as well as those … Continue reading Safety Guidance for Naidex
Another great piece from Evenbreak employer, Meta. When Jeffrey S. lost 85% of his eyesight, he was just 19 years old. "I was in the army and was prescribed the wrong medication," he explains. "It was completely unexpected. I was told my eyesight would continue to deteriorate over time, and I didn't know what it … Continue reading Finding Allyship in Unexpected Places
Another example of the wonderful talent to be found on Evenbreak! Introducing Matt S ... To find out more about Matt, we asked him a few questions… Matt S What would be your dream role? I’d like to be working in leadership development coaching or diversity and inclusion – my interest is very much about supporting … Continue reading Spotlight on Talent – Matt S
As we know, it’s twice as hard to find paid, sustainable work if you are disabled than if you are non-disabled. Here are my top tips for finding work: 1. Identify your strengths If you are trying to sell a car, you need to know the good points (features and benefits) of what you are … Continue reading Ten Top Tips to find work if you’re disabled
Molly currently works part-time for a charity for deaf women, which she enjoys, but really needs more hours and income. The charity is dependent on ongoing funding which means that even Molly’s part-time role is insecure. She has hearing and sight loss, which is likely to degenerate further over time. In insecure part-time work, she … Continue reading Molly’s Story
Natasha Natasha is an incredibly bright young woman with two degrees, gained after having to learn from scratch how to function again after a brain haemorrhage, demonstrating her amazing determination and drive. Employers should be fighting over themselves to employ her, right? And she does receive many offers of work, but they are either unpaid … Continue reading Natasha’s Story
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