Building an Inclusive Workplace with ClearTalents: November Edition
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Our mission is to empower every individual with the tools and accommodations they need to unlock their full potential within the workplace.
We are committed to nurturing an environment where each employee can thrive unencumbered by any hindrances.
Latest Workplace Adjustment Top Tips
How do you support employees experiencing bullying or harassment? It is reported that nearly 1 in 4 employees have experienced harassment, highlighting the importance of supporting victims of bullying and harassment.
If an employee reports bullying or harassment, take the following steps:
?? Listen and support: Take the report seriously and reassure the employee.
?? Document everything: Keep detailed records of all incidents and communications.
?? Follow company procedures: Adhere to your organisation’s established policies for handling complaints.
More than half of all mothers have faced some form of discrimination while pregnant, on maternity leave or on their return to work.
This highlights the importance of supporting Pregnancy in the workplace, but how can employers prevent discrimination in the workplace?
1?? Never make assumptions about pregnant employees’ capabilities or commitment to their job.
2?? Ensure that pregnancy does not affect promotion, training, or career development opportunities.
3?? Maintain confidentiality about an employee’s pregnancy unless they’ve consented to share the information.
4?? Use inclusive language and avoid potentially offensive terms or stereotypes about pregnant women.
5?? Educate your team about pregnancy rights and the importance of a supportive work environment.
Supporting Disability Pride Month!
November is Disability Pride Month! It estimated that there are around 16.1 million people in the UK living with a disability, representing 24% of the population. The employment rate of disabled people is 53%. Compared to 82% of non-disabled people.
However, employees with a disability bring specialist knowledge and skills such as understanding the needs of disabled customers, creative problem solving, and having particular attention to detail and much more!
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Workers with disabilities possess skills and experiences that can offer employers a competitive edge. So, what can line managers do to create an accessible, inclusive workplace for all? One way is to implement workplace adjustments.
Many of these are FREE and easy to implement Here are our top 3 suggestions:
1?? Allowing employees with social anxiety to have their own desk instead of hot-desking
2?? Provide an accessible car parking space
3?? Providing emails and documents in an accessible format
Meet our Team!
Meet Claire Jones, who is the Client Director at ClearTalents, with over 20 years of experience, Claire is a skilled director who helps organisations achieve their inclusion goals through innovative processes, delivering tailored adjustments and an excellent user experience.
At ClearTalents, she works closely with a range of clients, regularly sharing data insights and best practices to ensure effective workplace adjustment solutions.
Explore our latest guides
Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace: A Manager's Guide
Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace: A Manager's Guide
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