084 | Practical EDI tips from a Top 50 Most Inclusive Employer, with Lisa Faulkner

Although the FSCS (Financial Services Compensation Scheme) is a relatively small organisation, employing around 250 people, the People team’s work in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion space has led to it consistently ranking in the ‘Top 50 Most Inclusive Employers’ list.In this episode of HR Coffee Time, their Head of People – Lisa Faulkner shares practical tips and advice for any organisation who wants to focus on EDI based on her experience within the FSCS.Lisa’s advice includes:1.    Start small and then expand on what you’ve done so far.2.    Use internal and external data.3.    Set yourself realistic targets.4.    Turn to other organisations for advice and support.5.    Commit to charters.6.    Ask people throughout your organisation what will help them.7.    Consider the wider impact you can have on the local community and the world as a whole.Key Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBusiness in the CommunityThe Race at Work CharterChange the Race RatioAdecco’s Creating Brighter Futures programCIPD’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion reportsThe Women in Finance CharterThe Responsible Business TrackerPositive EastLisa’s Book Recommendations(Disclosure: this book link is an affiliate link which means that Fay will receive a small commission from Amazon if you make a purchase through it)The HR (R)Evolution: Change the Workplace, Change the World, by Alan Watkins & Nick DaltonCoherence: The Science of Exceptional Leadership and Performance, by Alan Watkins Connect With FayConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career Coaching Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 58: How to feel more confident using data & analytics in your HR role, with Angela MoyleEpisode 70: Supporting yourself, or your colleagues at work with Tourette Syndrome, with Devon LovellEpisode 68: Real life...