{"id":18262,"date":"2024-03-07T20:37:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=18262"},"modified":"2024-03-07T20:37:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:37:00","slug":"thales-earns-top-uk-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-accreditation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=18262","title":{"rendered":"Thales earns top UK equity, diversity and inclusion accreditation"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thales Transport<\/a> in the UK has been awarded the EW Group\u2019s Diversity Development Standard (DDS) Silver accreditation, making it one of the first in the industry to solidify its commitment to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within the rail sector.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The DDS accreditation sets rigorous standard for promoting EDI throughout all aspects of organisational operations, including recruitment, learning and development, and employee engagement. By meeting these standards, Thales<\/a> reaffirms its dedication to creating a workplace environment that celebrates diversity and empowers all to thrive.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Thales Transport<\/a> in the UK embarked on its EDI journey in 2022, when it engaged the EW Group to help assess its existing EDI policies and initiatives. Since then, Thales<\/a> has partnered with the EW Group to review policies, procedures and documentation, as well as conduct focus groups with staff, to help identify areas of enhancement.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The findings of this independent assessment informed a series of new policies and decisions, such as revamped recruitment processes; the appointment of a new EDI lead to bring expertise and a fresh perspective to drive change; and the creation of dedicated employee resource groups (ERGs).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Following this significant milestone, Thales<\/a>, a signatory of the Railway Industry Association\u2019s EDI in Rail Charter, recognises that the Silver accreditation is a stepping stone on its EDI journey. As part of its continued evolution in this space, its sights are firmly set on attaining EW Group\u2019s prestigious Gold accreditation in the future.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a leader of an increasingly diverse workforce, I have always believed that diversity is a necessity. Earning the EW Group\u2019s Silver DDS accreditation is not just an achievement, it\u2019s a starting point for building an inclusive organisation that empowers everyone to succeed. I am proud of our Social Value team who have demonstrated a meaningful, long-term commitment to fostering diversity through equity and inclusion across the board. I would also like to thank the EW Group who have helped us make phenomenal strides towards EDI excellence,\u201d said Andy Bell, VP, Thales Transport<\/a> in the UK.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Silver DDS status demonstrates the progress Thales<\/a> has made, from creating Employee Resource Groups to enhancing our EDI policies. In addition, combining our EDI efforts with Social Value has enabled us to understand and break down potential barriers both internally, and within the local communities we work in. I look forward to taking what we\u2019ve started to the next level in 2024,\u201d said\u00a0Eleanor Wase, Social Value and EDI Lead, Thales Transport<\/a> in the UK.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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