ARCH Spring 2022

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Networks working for us all

part of the colleague networks as inclusion and diversity in the workplace are so important to me, and it gives me an opportunity to shape the conversations at Anchor around these topics. The networks have provided me with a sense of community at work that I’ve not really had before. I’ve made connections with so many great colleagues, and I feel like I can truly be myself without worrying that I’m too different to fit in. I’m also involved with the changes we’re making to our Disability Network, which will be happening soon.” Formerly a member of the Rainbow Network, Lauren Gill

We’re committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive organisation, harnessing the talents of all our colleagues and embedding our Respectful value, to make Anchor a great place to work for everyone. One of the ways we’re doing this is through our colleague-led networks which offer advice to our organisation. These networks also provide colleagues with support, highlight career development opportunities, create supportive environments and help bring people together. Tayyaba Ajrullah, is the Chair of the Disability Network: “I’m

is now one of its co-chairs. “I like being a part of the Rainbow Network as I’m passionate about addressing LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and others) issues and educating people - not to mention the community aspect of it too. LGBT+ history month has been a great opportunity to educate and I’m so pleased that it went down well with colleagues.”

Disability Network

Inclusive Ambassadors

embRACE Network

Rainbow Network

Come and join us We’re always ready to welcome new members to any of our colleague networks – simply email Teagan.Robinson@Anchor.org.uk or scan one of the QR codes with your smartphone.

Inspiring artworks We had some amazing entries to our art competition during LGBT+ History Month. Congratulations go to our talented winner, Claire Lukehurst, Estate Manager at Hanover House, Folkstone, for submitting ‘Doubly Exposing Domestic Abuse’, The presentation cleverly uses Claire’s image as both perpetrator and victim to highlight the issue of domestic abuse within LGBT relationships.

Join as a network member to be involved in discussions and activities as much or as little as you want By joining as a core member , you agree to be an active and visible member and meet certain requirements

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