Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Sizewell C

Equity, diversity and inclusion support at Sizewell C

The Sizewell C team are passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion and have set up the following networks to drive discussion and education around creating a more equal workplace. They are completely inclusive – everyone working on the project is a member.

If you would like to find out more about these networks and how we can support you, please complete our EDI enquiry form or stay up to date with all the latest news and developments by following our LinkedIn page.

Gender Balance

The Gender Balance Network promotes gender balance in the industry and supports the Nuclear Sector Deal target of 40% women in nuclear by 2030 in the following ways:

• Celebrating gender balance by holding events and identifying barriers to recruitment, retention and progression.
• Providing tools and support for career development to meet our ambition of having women in 40% of senior roles by 2030.
• Encouraging gender balance in recruitment.
• Collaborating with other Sizewell C D&I Networks and Women’s networks in the industry.

Pride (LGBTQ+)

The Pride Network recognises that many LGBTQ+ employees in Britain fear discrimination and don’t feel confident about bringing their whole selves to work. We aim to provide a safe and supportive workplace free from discrimination by:

• Embedding an inclusive culture through leadership, policy, education, mental health services, events and allied support.
• Being accountable for our policies and processes.
• Raising awareness, promoting a better understanding of LGBTQ+ inclusion and improving the workplace culture.
• Providing peer-to-peer support – a safe and confidential space for LGBTQ+ employees to support each other and express any concerns they may have.
• Collaborating with other organisations and the wider EDF LGBTQ+ network.

Disabilities, Carers & Parents

The Disabilities, Carers & Parents network is here to give parents, carers and people with disabilities a forum to be heard. It aims to strengthen the collective voice of its members by:

• Connecting people with families and/or caring duties and/or disabilities.
• Seeking to ensure that recruitment processes are attractive to and do not exclude those with disabilities or caring/parenting responsibilities.
• Working with the company to examine policies and suggest any changes.
• Contributing advice on accessibility at the construction site.
• Getting as many people involved as possible, whether allies or people dealing with the issues themselves.

United for Race Equality

The United for Race Equality Network aims to promote race equality in the project and across our industry. It works to celebrate our different racial backgrounds and establish a culture where everyone on the project is treated equally by:

• Attracting and recruiting BAME colleagues to ensure representation at all levels throughout the SZC Project including the Supply Chain partners.
• Fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment for ALL Colleagues, which leads to the retention and engagement of BAME colleagues.
• Tracking and encouraging the development and progression of BAME colleagues within the SZC Project.
• Engaging all colleagues by holding regular networking events which celebrate race equality and by collaborating with other D&I networks.

Mental Health Support Group

The Mental Health Support Group aims to create a workplace environment that promotes the mental wellbeing of everyone on the project by:

• Good two-way communication to ensure employee involvement.
• Regular mental health support meetings to shape our strategy.
• Assigning trained Mental Health First Aiders as a point of contact for those in need of support.

Next Generation

The Next Generation Network’s mission is to Learn, Lead and Connect, by hosting socials, tours, mentoring sessions and an annual conference.

It’s a space to:

• Learn about the wider business and connect with others.
• Make your voice heard.
• Develop new skills and have fun.
• Access the networks contacts, resources, supporters and opportunities.

Forces Support

The Forces Support Network is open to all supporters of the Armed Forces, not just ex-military personnel.

Its primary aim is to provide a mutually supporting network of former Armed Services personnel who now work, or are about to join Sizewell C, that maximises the contribution that their military experience brings to the company and creates the right environment for Sizewell C to be an employer of choice for Service leavers.