Equality and diversity good practice fund: Engaging employers to advance equality in workplace learning 30 October 2015 Chris Brill, Senior Policy Adviser

Overview =What do the statistics say? =How can we respond to the challenge? =Top tips for developing a successful initiative

What are the reasons for the variation in success rates?

EDGPF: Engaging employers =Cornwall Equality Project ‒Data shows lower success rates ‒Raise awareness among employers ‒Mentors ‒Best practice toolkits

EDGPF: Engaging employers =Advancing equality for disabled learners in workplace learning ‒Networking through local businesses ‒Employer forums ‒Employment fairs ‒Case studies ‒Employer brochure

EDGPF: Engaging employers =Human Selfie ‒Worked with local employers Open Barbers ‒Staff development/training ‒Pilot and design of vocational hairdressing module

Engaging employers

Considerations when engaging employers =Business case =Communication method and continuity =Job matching =Timing =Audits

Developing a successful initiative

Top tips: developing a successful initiative 1.Respond to or develop an evidence base 2.Work collaboratively with: ‒Learners ‒Internal/external partners 3.Clearly designed project plan ‒Timeline of activities ‒Review outcomes

Questions and answers

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