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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Young Epilepsy

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We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation, and we are committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do.

By creating a culture of belonging, we empower our employees to bring their true selves to work, enabling us to better support children and young people with epilepsy.

Supporting Our Employees to SHINE

As part of our workforce, you’ll play a vital role in positively transforming the lives of children and young people with epilepsy. To support this, we invest in our staff, offering:

Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Ongoing EDI initiatives to ensure no one is left behind
Active Staff Networks for shared experiences and support

We take a proactive approach to address structural inequities, regularly monitoring data, reviewing policies, and tackling barriers related to:

Disability
Race equality
Religion and belief
Gender equity
LGBTQIA+ inclusion
Socio-economic equity
Caring responsibilities
Menopause support

By embracing intersectionality, we acknowledge the overlapping social systems of oppression and privilege that shape our experiences and work towards breaking these down.

Join Our Inclusive Mission

Every member of our team contributes to shaping our inclusive culture. Through our three-year EDI strategy, we are working together to ensure we remain a supportive, empowering workplace for everyone.

Read our strategy to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity

To find out more and to request alternative formats of any of the documents within the EDI webpages, please contact the EDI Team via email shine@youngepilepsy.org.uk.

Read our Gender pay gap report

Staff Networks

At Young Epilepsy, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all our employees. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives are designed to foster a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our Staff Network groups play a crucial role in promoting equality and inclusion within Young Epilepsy. These groups include LGBTQIA+, Race Equality, Menopause, Disability, Parents Carers and Families, Unpaid Carers, Interfaith, and the main Shine Working Group. Meetings are held six times a year, either in person or on Teams, with rotating times to accommodate different working patterns.

Purpose of the Networks

The primary goal of our Staff Networks is to make Young Epilepsy and St Piers the best workplace for all staff. These networks provide a safe space to raise awareness of equality and inclusion issues, enhancing our organisation-wide understanding of policies, practices, and procedures. They also highlight the need for training, events, and reverse staff mentoring, which helps shape and deliver our organisational strategy.

Benefits of Joining a Network

Staff members who join a network receive peer-to-peer support and the opportunity to share their lived experiences. This support offers unique perspectives and empowers individuals from marginalised groups to overcome barriers. Additionally, staff have the chance to provide a voice for under-represented employees, increase their understanding of equality issues, and become role models for others who may not feel comfortable sharing their journey.

Our Approach

Empathise: Provide peer-to-peer support and understanding.
Equip: Increase understanding of equality issues and gain skills to champion these issues.
Empower: Give a voice to employees from under-represented groups and become role models.
Evaluate: Shape strategy, practice, policy, and procedure.

Join us at Young Epilepsy and be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives.

Shine Working Group

The Shine Working Group at Young Epilepsy is dedicated to promoting, championing, and encouraging diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. This group comprises staff members from across Young Epilepsy and St Piers, including Staff Network Chairs and our Deputy CEO, Sarah Stookes.

The Shine Working Group is responsible for developing and delivering the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) agenda for our employees. By fostering an inclusive environment, the group ensures that all staff feel valued and supported, contributing to a positive and productive workplace culture.

Find out more in our Shine Strategy.

Join us at Young Epilepsy and be part of a team that is committed to making a difference through our Shine Working Group and EDI initiatives. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives.

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Awards and Accreditations

At Young Epilepsy, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all our employees. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in the many awards and accreditations we have proudly earned.

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