Diversity
Greenwoods' Diversity, Fairness & Inclusion Forum consists of a group of individuals who are passionate about celebrating diversity and learning more about others.
They have been privileged to work with some fantastic external speakers, alongside inspirational individuals from within the firm, who have run sessions and written articles to share their stories.
Examples of sessions facilitated include:
- Firmwide DFI in person training to open up conversations across the firm.
- ‘Realities of Living in a Trans Body’ - a conversation led by performance artist Fleur Bloemsma.
- Imposter syndrome training led by Executive Coach and Trainer Anita-Gohill-Thorp.
- A celebration of Black History Month, led by Chair of the Peterborough Black History Month, Bernadetta Omondi.
- In addition, there have been some great sessions led by employees, including Pride@5 and Neurodiversity.
Statistics show positive steps but also highlight the need for the firm to refocus efforts to achieve greater diversity in our leadership roles - it won’t happen overnight, but it is a goal Greenwoods is committed to addressing.
- The firm is attracting and creating opportunities for a wider range of generations, with an increase of 11% in 16–24- year-olds joining.
- With over 72% female employees, Greenwoods is focussed on ensuring the same career progression opportunities for all.
- 14% of respondents to a recent survey belong to a Black, Asian, Mixed/Multiple or Other ethnic group.
- Greenwoods, is committed to championing diversity, fairness and inclusion in all aspects of our business.
- The firm believes doing so is central to its success because it can better understand and meet clients’ needs if the organisation reflects the companies and individuals served.
- The Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion Forum works closely with peers and colleagues to create events to enable everyone to celebrate and learn.
- Find out more on the Greenwoods' website.