The EDI Charter for Rail is pleased to announce new additions to its senior leadership group.
The Working Group was founded by the Railway Industry Association (RIA) and Women in Rail in 2020 and has now secured over 230 signatories who are committed to playing a role in promoting positive change in the rail industry.
Mandeep Singh, global product marketing manager – Rail, at TÜV Rheinland Group, and Ben Evans, new business Ddirector, UK & Ireland, at AtkinsRéalis, will be stepping down from their roles as chair and vice-chair.
Tracey Barber, senior EDI business Partner at LNER and Maggie Talty-Sanghera, capability development manager at Telent Technology, will be joining as co-chairs of the Group, and Stefani Dupree, head of communications & social value for Central Rail Systems Alliance, is the new vice-chair.
Incoming Co-Chair Tracey Barber said, “I’m delighted to take on the role of Co‑Chair for the Rail EDI Charter. My passion for this work is both professional and personal. Across more than a decade in rail, spanning freight, infrastructure, and passenger services, I’ve championed equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and advocated for STEM, mental health, allyship, and for colleagues whose talents are too often overlooked. I’ve seen the unnecessary hurdles young women still face, and it fuels my determination to break the glass ceilings that persist in our industry.”
Incoming Co-Chair Maggie Talty-Sanghera added, “I’m honoured to accept the position of co-chair of the Rail Industry EDI Charter. For me, this role represents an opportunity to help ensure our industry truly reflects the diversity of the communities it serves, while creating environments where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Having spent much of my career developing people and supporting early careers, I’ve seen first-hand how powerful inclusive leadership can be in unlocking potential and strengthening organisations.”
New Vice-Chair Stefani Dupree commented, “It’s a privilege to take on the vice chair role and support the continued work of the EDI Charter. Launched by RIA and Women in Rail to champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the UK rail industry. By working collaboratively across the sector, we can help create fairer opportunities, strengthen representation at all levels and foster truly inclusive workplaces.”
Image: Tracey Barber. Credit: LNER
