Leeds Inclusive Employer Network

Join us for the Leeds Inclusive Employer Network with a fantastic line-up of speakers sharing insights on building inclusive workplaces.
About this Event

We have an inspirational line-up of speakers who will share their experiences, insights and practical ideas around creating more inclusive workplaces

We are delighted and privileged to welcome Ed Whiting, Chief Executive of Leeds City Council to open this event and hear about the importance of Inclusive Growth across our city.

Rebecca Stone from GIPSIL will explore The Strength of Care Experienced People in the Workplace, sharing how employers can benefit from the significant resilience and strengths care-experienced employees bring to the workplace.

We’re also delighted to welcome Miguelle, a former Lighthouse Futures Trust intern, who has successfully secured a role with the NHS. Miguelle will share her journey from Supported Internship into paid employment and what this means to her and her family.

Emily Zervos, Manager, Workplace, Culture and Development from Squire Patton Boggs will be discussing their Workplace Culture & Development Strategy at SPB.

We will also be sharing a number of free resources designed for employers around supporting neurodivergent employees in the workplace and becoming a more inclusive employer.

The event is a great opportunity for employers and organisations to connect, share best practice and explore how we can work together to create more inclusive employment opportunities across Leeds.

Whether you are already developing your organisation’s approach to inclusion or are just starting out, LIEN is a space to learn, connect and be inspired.

Our Inclusive Employer community continues to grow, creating more opportunities to connect and network. Our online community is growing too, so we'd love for you to take a look and follow us on LinkedIn.

We look forward to seeing you on the 22nd September 2026!