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Combined authority launches £1.1m inclusive employment scheme
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York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched a £1.1 million programme to drive inclusive employment.
The employer support programme, which is set to open for its second year, will include tailored support in areas including HR, workplace wellbeing and neurodiversity.
It will provide workshops and one-to-one advice, designed to meet the specific needs of each business will be offered, as requested by businesses
David Skaith, Labour Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, said:
This programme is helping to break down barriers for people looking for work and supporting people to succeed in their current roles. It’s providing employers with the tools they need to build inclusive, thriving workplaces right across our county.
Suzanne Eusman, head of employment services - Autism Plus, one of the programme’s delivery organisations, said:
Through our Inclusive Futures Employer Support Programme, we bring specialist expertise in supporting autistic and neurodivergent people, alongside a strong focus on helping employers build the skills and confidence to work more inclusively and make the most of this talent.
Seven specialist organisations have been commissioned to provide support to businesses as part of the programme.
All seven delivery organisations will take part in a series of webinars for employers to find out more about support they can provide, taking place June 29, 30 and July 1.
The employer support programme is part of the Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer, also led by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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