RBF attends GTR’s Race and Ethnicity Network5-Year Celebration

RBF was delighted to attend GTR’s Race and Ethnicity Network (REN) 5-year anniversary celebration, marking five years of outstanding progress in championing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) across the organisation. The event highlighted the successful integration of EDI principles into GTR’s core operations.

Key Insights from the Celebration:

The celebration showcased the meaningful impact REN has had over the past half-decade. The RBF, whose mission supports the wellbeing of the entire railway family, noted several key takeaways:

• The anniversary demonstrated GTR’s commitment to making EDI fundamental to its organisational culture, driving genuine and lasting change
• The network has successfully fostered more safe and inclusive working environments, with a focus on career pathways
• Attendees were reminded of the importance of authenticity, encouraging employees to share their true stories and experiences without feeling the need to “wear a mask.”

The RBF team was highly motivated by meeting so many dedicated individuals with a genuine passion for pushing change forward and challenging the status quo.

The event affirmed the importance of networks like the REN in ensuring the railway industry remains a supportive and inclusive place for everyone, aligning perfectly with  RBF’s ethos of offering a helping hand to all facing challenging times.