Wow. Hosted by IBM.
Looked through that Twitter timeline
Some speakers:
Jacqui Gavin, the Inclusion and Culture Manager at the Cabinet Office
Debbie Rotchell (talking about a tool developed by enei called TIDE)
Deborah Richards, the Diversity & Inclusion Leader, UK & Ireland for IBM
Bernard Reed, OBE and Terry Reed, OBE are both Trustees from GIRES (Gender Identity Research & Education Society)
Oliver Entwhistle OBE of the Government Equalities Office
Sandra Quayle, Specialist Equality and Diversity Adviser for the HMRC
Helen Belcher, Co-founder & Trustee of Trans Media Watch is the keynote speaker
twitter.com/en4ei/status/1059758269810556929
Details of the meeting here:
Overview
There are a significant number of people whose gender identity does not match their gender at birth. A survey by the EHRC, published in 2012 found that at least 1% of the general population met the criteria for protection under the gender reassignment characteristic of the Equality Act 2010.
However, there are many more people, under the wider trans umbrella, who identify as non-binary, including a few who identify as non-gender. In 2014, research in the Netherlands found that approximately 5% of the general population is transgender; comprising 1% identifying as binary trans, plus an additional 4% identifying as non-binary trans.
Therefore, trans issues have significant implications for employers.
A proportion of these trans individuals will change their gender expression and possibly seek medical treatment whilst in employment. Many of these will not disclose their feelings and may choose not to express them in the workplace because they fear a transphobic reaction from their employers and co-workers.
This event brings together leading thinkers and experts to explore the key issues and challenges facing employers in relation to trans support in the workplace. This conference provides an opportunity to learn about the issues trans people face, the government’s approach to trans support and insights into initiatives leading employers have adopted to overcome barriers. It is an opportunity for Members to discuss their challenges and learn about other organisations and their industry’s approaches. The event will bring together 100 attendees from the private and public sectors.
You will:
- Hear from key figures in Government, well known specialists in trans support and employers with innovative approaches to support trans employees
- Explore the impact of trans issues in the workplace
- Have a networking opportunity to discuss approaches with other Members
- Leave equipped with a practical tool to help you progress your trans strategy
www.enei.org.uk/events/leading-the-change-in-trans-equality/
This meeting cost £199 + VAT for non-members.