Kent Fire and Rescue Soars in LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Rankings
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has blasted up the charts in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusivity! As a proud member of the Stonewall Top 100 Employers list, KFRS climbed a staggering 104 places to 18th overall among UK employers.
Top Emergency Service for LGBTQ+ Inclusion
The service didn’t just stop there. It ranked second best emergency service and fifth in the public sector for LGBTQ+ inclusivity. Their impressive efforts have earned them Stonewall’s coveted Gold award for the second year running – a testament to their commitment to diversity and equality.
Leading the Way with Bold Initiatives
- Strong presence at LGBTQ+ events throughout the year
- Annual equality talks championed across the board
- Flying the intersex progress flag at all fire stations
“It’s been fantastic to see all of the work put in by Kent Fire and Rescue Service over the last year to create a workplace where LGBTQ+ staff feel free to thrive as themselves,” said Nancy Kelley, CEO of Stonewall.
“For many of us, the majority of our time is spent at work, so if we have to hide who we are it can take an enormous personal toll and hold us back from fulfilling our true potential. Creating environments in which we can all feel at ease makes our workplaces a safer, better, and friendlier place for everyone, and it encourages employees to be proud of who they are.
“We’re incredibly proud to see so many new entrants from a range of sectors on this year’s list, who are committed to making LGBTQ+ people’s lives better. That is what inclusion is all about, and we can’t wait to see what happens.”
To learn more about the awards and why LGBTQ+ inclusion matters, visit Stonewall’s website.
