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We are very proud to transparently share our workforce demographic data; for a third year running our communities of focus in our EDI action plan (namely those self-declaring as having a disability and individuals from the LGBTQ+ and the Black, Asian and minoritised ethnicity community) have continued on their positive trajectory. We continue to share our EDI data to support our commitment and accountability, to drive change and build a more inclusive and equitable organisation.
We are thrilled to announce our achievement of Inclusive Excellence Leader accreditation, awarded by Inclusion UK. There are three levels or stages to this accreditation and Inclusive Excellence Leader is the third and highest level. To achieve this award, we were assessed against five areas: policies and procedures; accessibility; engagement; learning and development and strategic planning. Through the Inclusive Excellence Leader assessment process, Inclusion UK has recognised the NSPCC as leading the way in the Charity sector and beyond, helping to positively change attitudes, behaviour, and culture. The accreditation helps reiterate to all our people, staff and volunteers; current and prospective, that our executive board, our trustees, our leaders and managers, and every member of staff and volunteer at the NSPCC are serious about creating a culture that is equitable and inclusive.
As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we are starting to share all core competency-based interview questions in advance with shortlisted candidates. The sector publication ‘Third Sector’ reported on our approach, you can read their article. Whilst we are starting to roll this out now, we want it to become standard practice by April 2024.
NSPCC strives to be the choice as employer and volunteering opportunity in the charity sector by attracting and retaining brilliant people (staff and volunteers) who feel valued and supported. This will enable us to deliver our ambitious strategy for children. Watch our film, which we’ve produced to bring the experience of being part of NSPCC to life. The film features our people (staff & volunteers).
Here at the NSPCC, everything we do is to protect children and prevent abuse. We believe that this is something we can do together - making sure we can be here #ForEveryChild and young person. That’s why our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is so important. We can only be here for every child if we meaningfully include and champion diversity in our staff, volunteers, supporters, partners and service users. For everyone working with us. For every child and young person. For more information about our equality, diversity and inclusion strategy, visit https://bit.ly/3NJcuJr
Although World Pride month takes place in June, at the NSPCC, we celebrate Pride throughout the summer as regional Pride celebrations take place across the UK. We’re committed not only during Pride but all year round. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference leads to improvements for all, including: a more vibrant staff and volunteer population; a better working and volunteering environment; and attracting and retaining the very best staff and volunteers. We’re currently building our next EDI action plan which will help us work towards our EDI mission: Together, we can remove real and perceived barriers, valuing everybody who volunteers with, works for, supports or benefits from our work. Our LGBTQ+ support network for staff Pride in NSPCC colleagues and Children (PINCC), exists as a critical friend to the NSPCC to champion the rights of LGBTQ+ children, young people, staff and volunteers. They provide a united voice for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies as well as a network to promote collaboration and social links across the organisation.
This #Pride we want to introduce PINCC, our staff network for NSPCC colleagues who identify themselves as LGBTQ+ and allies. These 👇 are some of our wonderful committee members. From organising monthly events featuring guest speakers and people delivering our services, to organising Pride activity across the organisation (like our fantastic Pride clothing collection), they're always busy ensuring the LGBTQ+ community is a part of the NSPCC's work. Happy Pride to PINCC and all its members.
We recognise and celebrate our staff and volunteers identity. That is why we are committed that our people can be their true selves at work. When we heard about the Halo Code we wanted to commit to the code and support building a future without hair discrimination.
This week we ran a whole host of activities to mark Mental Health Awareness week, from mindfulness workshops, wind down yoga sessions and self care programmes to encouraging our people to take more breaks and make space for the #littlethings that nourish and energise. It has been great to see our people connect and get involved with this year's theme and take steps to included these #littlethings in daily routines.
Coronavirus has changed a lot for us all, but especially for those of you who have children. We understand you might be worried about balancing working from home with family life. That's why we're here to help with tips and advice to help
