Employee networks help organisations to better understand the needs of diverse consumers and colleague groups. Effective networks provide valuable insights to leaders when shaping inclusive plans and policies and are a safe space for colleagues with protected characteristics and allies, to share experiences and provide support.
This workshop provides managers and employees with the knowledge, skills and support to be effective in helping to develop truly inclusive workplaces.
IPA have designed a briefing session for managers who act as ‘network sponsor’ and support colleagues networks which comprises:
Module 1: The importance of networks
Module 2: Your role – what it is and what it isn’t
Module 3: Outline of the training reps will receive
The training for network representatives includes the following modules:
Module 1: Defining the role of an employee representative and the remit of a Colleague Network
Module 2: Filtering questions and feeding back views
Module 3: Challenging leaders the right way and building a business case
Module 4: Best practice communication
Module 5: Tips for meetings – putting together a set of practical steps forward
For more information and an informal discussion, please contact:
Lucy O’Melia, head of learning and development
M 07852 836560