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Meet members of the thriving Employee Resource Groups you can lean on and be part of.

RM Women and Allies

The ERG for female colleagues and advocates

“We’re a platform for connection, inclusivity and community, with members from all corners of the business. We celebrate success, host impactful events and provide a safe space for female colleagues to speak about their experiences.

“We have partnerships with everywoman, BITC, DIAL Global and GenM. We’re also a proud charity partner for Hestia, which supports adults and children in crisis.”

EmbRace

The ERG for race, multiculturalism and religion.

“EmbRace seeks to empower ethnic minority colleagues and people of any faith to bring their whole self to work, to equally access opportunities for personal and professional growth and make a positive contribution to Royal Mail and the communities we serve.

“From recruitment to retirement, we are developing inclusive programmes, campaigns and mentorship opportunities. We work collaboratively with Business in the Community, DIAL Global, like-minded companies and allies to share best practice. Join our volunteer squad to get involved in one of our five big ideas for 2023!”

Caring

The ERG for working families

“We’re growing a robust network to help parents and carers thrive, both in the workplace and at home.

“We raise challenges and get support. We have help and advice pages packed with guidance, access to practical information and a partnership with Carers UK.

“Last year we hosted a virtual event for National Breastfeeding Week, and there’s much more in the pipeline for 2023.” play a valuable role in building an equitable, inclusive and accessible Royal Mail.

LGBTQ+ & Friends

The ERG delivering m♥re with Pride for colleagues and allies

“We’re a safe space and growing community for LGBTQ+ & Friends, colleagues and our allies. We’re breaking barriers and building allies so every colleague can feel empowered and comfortable being themselves.

“We’re improving the colleague experience by providing education, raising awareness, addressing stigma and helping shape business policy.

“And, of course, we have fun celebrating who we are – especially during Pride!”

enABLE

The ERG for all things disability

“Our network’s passionate about supporting colleagues going through a diagnosis, those who already live with a disability, and their allies. The range of conditions that disability encompasses is vast, some visible and many invisible. We’re committed through our combined passion to creating a more accessible business, while having a safe space through our community to ask, support, champion and educate. Look out for exciting areas of improvement this coming year. So please join us and become part of a passionate network of colleagues.”

NextGen

The ERG for Royal Mail’s Next Generation

“We represent Royal Mail colleagues under 30 and their allies. Last year we hosted our first Hackathon, where more than 100 under-30s came together to solve business challenges. We helped shape the Next Generation strategy and remain passionate about attracting even more young people into a career with Royal Mail.

“We’re rebranding and working on a clear strategy for what we want to achieve in the next 12 months.”