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Posted on: 19 June 2025
Introduction
As part of Pride Month, we are taking the opportunity to highlight one of the key initiatives that helps shape a more inclusive workplace here at Alchemy: our Alchemy Community & Allies group.
In this episode, host Erin McFeely, Head of Strategic Initiatives is joined by Ryan Roberts, founding member of the group, and Aoibheann Simms, an active ally, to explore the story behind the initiative from its inception and the motivation that sparked it, to the real impact it’s having across our business.
Together, they discuss the importance of representation, share personal experiences, celebrate key milestones like achieving the Silver Diversity Mark, and look ahead to what’s next on the journey toward a more inclusive and supportive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees and their allies.
Key Takeaways
- The Alchemy Community & Allies group plays a vital role in fostering inclusivity, psychological safety, and belonging within our workplace.
- Representation matters and creating visible, supportive spaces empowers employees to bring their full selves to work.
- Allyship is powerful it’s about everyday actions that drive meaningful change.
- Achieving the Silver Diversity Mark is a significant milestone, but it’s also part of a broader, ongoing commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Looking ahead, the group is focused on continuing to grow, listen, and create positive change through future initiatives and employee engagement.
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