Leeds Inclusive Employer Network Events
Our morning networking events, usually based in the city centre, are free to attend and aim to cover topics that are useful to attendees, so that everyone goes back to their desk having learned something that will help in their workplace.
We also run a series of online training events on key topics aimed at helping employers increase their understanding of accessibility, inclusivity and reasonable adjustments. They are designed to be a safe space where you can ask anything and everything you need to know.
Our next LIEN Networking Event
6th November at John Lewis Partnership
In November, we’re going to John Lewis Partnership in Victoria Gate. With refreshments from 8am and speakers from 8:30am, we’ll be hearing from Fiona Marshall at KPMG who will be talking about how inclusivity, accessibility and supported internships work for them, an occupational therapist with top tips for your workplace, and we’ll all be getting some basic British Sign Language training. We’ll also be hearing from a young person who has experienced success in a workplace thanks to the inclusive nature of their employer. Plus, it’s an opportunity to see behind the scenes at John Lewis and maybe indulge in a little retail therapy before you head back to work. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Previous Events
Our March 25 networking event took place at Answer Digital where we heard from Jonathan Wilson, Managing Director at Citu, Gillian Wallace, Head of Employment & Skills Leeds, and a young person who has benefited from a supported internship.
It was a great session where we learned about inclusive company culture and the government’s Get Britain Working, with lots of questions and ideas to take away. #NationalCareersWeek #SupportedInterships
Training Events