DEIB

Great minds do not all think alike. Whether client-facing or behind the scenes we solve problems and to do this creatively we need diverse, collaborative thinkers, drawing on difference. Difference in experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. 

Our culture ensures all of our people feel that they belong, are respected and valued for the differences they bring. Our highly supportive approach is designed so everyone thrives.

The work of these communities is extensive and is instrumental in supporting the work of our Responsible Business team. Some of the activities coordinated by the communities include: celebrations of religious festivals, 'bring your child to work' days, community school mentoring programmes and activities to mark LGBTQ+ History and Pride months, as well as Mental Health Awareness Week and key dates in the ethnicity calendar from Lunar New Year to Black History Month.

Our communities also act as insightful consultative bodies, helping us to support an enact new policies and procedures such as enhanced family leave, the creation of our gender balance plan and race and ethnicity diversity plan. They also support our participation in wider initiatives such as the 10,000 Black Interns programme.

At RPC we also enjoy a reciprocal mentoring programme across all offices internationally to increase conversation around the business. The programme comprises training and regular meetings where pairs can discuss shared topics of interest relating to DEIB and allyship. 

As part of our ongoing commitment to DEIB all of our RPC people must complete our mandatory Respect at Work training. This programme enhances awareness, knowledge and skills related to respectful behaviour, equality law, diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.